One-Time Program Self-Destruction via Secure Memory Oblivious Transfer

The patent implements one-time programs that are designed to be executed only once and then self-destruct. The program code is transformed into a form that can be run a predetermined number of times (typically once) and then becomes unusable. This disposable approach to software ensures that even if the code is copied or analyzed, it cannot be reused for malicious purposes, fundamentally addressing the reverse engineering problem by making the software obsolete after a single use.

The patent introduces dynamic usage control by transforming static software into one-time programs with predetermined execution limits. The program is compiled or transformed to include self-destruct mechanisms that automatically prevent further execution after the allowed number of uses. This dynamic approach allows vendors to maintain ease of operation during the authorized usage period while automatically enforcing usage control after expiration, eliminating the need for complex licensing systems.

The patent fundamentally changes the software protection model by making the program itself disposable rather than relying on removable protection mechanisms. The one-time program is designed to execute its function and then self-destruct, eliminating any possibility of protection removal since the protected code ceases to exist after use. This approach transforms the security model from preventing unauthorized access to accepting that access occurs but limiting its duration to a single use.