Sophos had two patents in big data during Q4 2023. Sophos Ltd’s patent involves a method for analyzing email behavior patterns to determine if an incoming email contains suspicious content. By comparing the email message with historical behavior data and assessing the sender’s reputation score, the system can decide whether to deliver the email to the recipient. GlobalData’s report on Sophos gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Sophos grant share with big data as a theme is 50% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

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Application: Assessing behavior patterns and reputation scores related to email messages (Patent ID: US20230319065A1)

The patent filed by Sophos Ltd. describes a computer-implemented method for analyzing email messages to determine if they contain suspicious content. The method involves generating behavior patterns based on historical email behavior, extracting features from incoming emails, and determining a reputation score for the sender. If the email content is not suspicious and the sender's reputation score meets a threshold, the email is delivered to the recipient. The system also includes features such as reporting suspicious emails, alerting recipients of suspicious content, and utilizing machine learning models for analysis.

The method and system outlined in the patent aim to enhance email security by analyzing sender behavior, content, and reputation to prevent the delivery of suspicious emails. By utilizing historical data and machine learning models, the system can accurately assess the risk associated with incoming emails and take appropriate actions based on predefined criteria and reputation thresholds. The features provided, such as reporting suspicious emails and alerting recipients, further enhance the overall security posture of email communication.

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