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Techs of the Week: Web-Based Application Protection 

Posted May 15th, 2007 by admin

NASA Tech Briefs INSIDER 05/15/2007

A software-based Web application firewall called DotDefender(TM) is deployed as a Web server plug-in to identify and stop attacks that attempt to exploit vulnerabilities in Web applications. Protection is provided through a combination of three security engines: pattern recognition, session protection, and a signature knowledge base. Automatic updates ensure protection against the latest threats.
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The Textron Generic Token-Based Access System (GTBAS) is a database- driven application that facilitates integration via a “virtual handshake” between third-party Internet applications and a company’s user authentication. This integrated system allows parties to share authentication information by encrypted tokens, rather than each party managing user access information separately. Companies can autonomously control information while securely sharing just what’s needed to make applications work together seamlessly.
Further information here.

The Technologies of the Week describe inventions offered for license through the yet2.com marketplace. Search over $2.5 billion of licensable technologies at www.yet2.com.

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