Microsoft has been granted a patent for a proxy computing system that manages resource requests by inserting and replacing placeholders in code. The system verifies authentication credentials, modifies resources accordingly, and transmits the updated versions to client devices, enhancing security and functionality in web interactions. GlobalData’s report on Microsoft gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Proxy system for modifying resources with authentication placeholders
The granted patent US12047469B1 describes a proxy computing system designed to enhance resource management and security through a series of programmed instructions executed by a processor circuit. The system operates by inserting a placeholder into a code component of a resource, which is then modified to create a first version of the resource. Upon receiving a request from a client device that includes an authentication credential, the system verifies this credential and replaces the placeholder with a corresponding value, resulting in a second modified version of the resource. This modified resource is subsequently transmitted back to the requesting client device. The system also includes provisions for handling multiple requests from different client devices, allowing for dynamic updates to the resource based on varying authentication credentials.
Additionally, the patent outlines methods for storing modified versions of resources and managing multiple placeholders within the code component. These placeholders can specify various contextual elements, such as suffixes or script contexts, which can be dynamically replaced based on incoming requests. The system is designed to execute a security proxy, ensuring that the authentication process is secure and efficient. Furthermore, the patent includes claims related to the storage of placeholder values and the ability to handle requests from multiple clients, thereby enhancing the system's versatility and security capabilities. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive approach to managing resource requests in a secure and efficient manner through the use of placeholders and dynamic modifications.
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