Remote Secured Terminal for Cross-Platform Security

The patent introduces a remote secured terminal (RST) as an intermediary device between the client computer and the remote server. This RST acts as a mediator that handles secure communication, allowing standard client computers without specialized hardware (like Intel Skylake SGX) to achieve secure remote access. The RST contains the cryptographic modules and trusted platform module, separating the security functions from the main client computer and enabling broader platform compatibility while maintaining high security standards.

The patent segments the security functions into a separate remote secured terminal device with dedicated cryptographic modules and trusted platform module. This segmentation allows the main client computer to remain a standard, lower-cost device while the security-critical functions are isolated in the RST. The segmentation enables organizations to deploy security without requiring expensive specialized hardware in every client computer, reducing overall implementation costs while maintaining transport security.

The patent implements self-service mechanisms where the remote secured terminal automatically performs cryptographic operations, key management, and security protocol execution. The trusted platform module within the RST handles authentication and encryption tasks autonomously without requiring complex configuration or management overhead. This self-service approach maintains strong authentication security while reducing the operational complexity for users and administrators.