User-Controlled Data Rendering for Privacy Protection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Federated identity providers often lead to unintended sharing of personal data with third-party network sites, resulting in loss of user control over their information, as users may not be aware of the extent of data shared and how it is used, with potential misuse by third-party sites.
Innovation Solution
Implementing a user-controlled rendering approach where personal data is managed and shared only with explicit user consent, using placeholders in user interfaces that are filled by a client or proxy device with the user's data, limiting the types and recipients of shared data, and maintaining a record of data transfers for auditing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If federated identity providers automatically share users' personal data with third-party network sites, then user convenience is improved (single sign-on, no manual data supply), but user control over personal data is lost and privacy risks increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a data sharing intermediary system that sits between the federated identity provider and third-party network sites. This intermediary requires explicit user consent before sharing personal data, acting as a mediator that enables convenient authentication while protecting user privacy through controlled data access. The system allows single sign-on functionality while preventing unauthorized automatic data sharing.
2Device complexity
If federated identity providers automatically share users' personal data with third-party network sites, then authentication simplicity is improved, but user awareness and control over data sharing extent is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism that notifies users when their personal data is being shared with third-party network sites. The system provides visibility into data sharing activities through user interfaces that display which data is being shared, with whom, and for what purpose. This feedback loop maintains authentication simplicity while restoring user awareness and control over data sharing.
3Adaptability or versatility
If third-party network sites receive users' personal data through federated identity providers, then service functionality is improved (customized user interfaces), but potential misuse of data by third parties increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic data sharing controls that allow users to adjust their data sharing preferences in real-time. Instead of static automatic sharing, the system enables users to dynamically grant or revoke access to specific data types for specific third-party sites based on their current needs. This dynamic approach maintains service functionality while reducing potential data misuse through user-controlled access.
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed are various embodiments for controlling access to personal data of a user. Content can be requested from a network site using an authentication token. A determination can be made that the network site requires personal data. A portion of the personal data can be received from a personal data service. The personal data can be sent to the network site. The network site can send content including the personal data. The content can be rendered for presentation.