This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Cisco Systems Inc.. Active years: 2009-2011.
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Years Active: 2009-2011
Title: Innovations by Sumit Vakil in Wireless Network Security
Introduction
Sumit Vakil is an accomplished inventor based in Milpitas, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of wireless network security, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the security mechanisms of wireless networks, particularly in preventing unauthorized access to internal network addresses.
Latest Patents
One of Sumit Vakil's latest patents is a wireless network security mechanism that includes reverse network address translation. This invention comprises methods, apparatuses, and systems designed to prevent unauthorized access to internal network addresses transmitted across wireless networks. According to the invention, mobile stations are assigned virtual client network addresses that serve as the outer network addresses in a Virtual Private Network (VPN) infrastructure. These addresses are distinct from the unique internal network addresses used as the inner network addresses. In one implementation, the virtual client network addresses have little to no relation to the internal network addressing scheme implemented on the network domain. Furthermore, all clients or mobile stations may be assigned the same virtual client network address. A translation layer intermediates the VPN session between the mobile stations and a VPN server, translating the virtual client network addresses to the internal network addresses based on the medium access control (MAC) address corresponding to the mobile stations. This encryption inherent in the VPN infrastructure effectively prevents access to the internal network addresses assigned to the mobile stations.
Career Highlights
Sumit Vakil is currently employed at Cisco Systems Inc., a leading company in networking and cybersecurity solutions. His role at Cisco allows him to leverage his expertise in wireless network security to develop innovative solutions that address contemporary challenges in the field.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Sumit has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert W Tashjian and Jing Wang. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technologies in wireless networking and security.
Conclusion
Sumit Vakil's contributions to wireless network security through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to enhancing the safety and integrity of network communications. His work continues to influence the field and pave the way for future advancements in technology.