Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2009-2010
Title: Wilfred E. Plouffe: Innovator in Trusted Java Virtual Machine Technology
Introduction
Wilfred E. Plouffe is a notable inventor based in San Jose, CA, who has made significant contributions to the field of computer technology. He is recognized for his innovative work in developing tamper-resistant applications through his patented technologies. With a total of two patents to his name, Plouffe's inventions focus on enhancing the security and integrity of Java applications.
Latest Patents
Plouffe's latest patents include the "Tamper-resistant trusted Java virtual machine and method of using the same." This invention provides a method for supporting tamper-resistant applications, ensuring the integrity of an application and its secrets, such as keys. The trusted Java virtual machine verifies the integrity of the Java application, prevents debugging, and allows secure storage and retrieval of secrets. The environment comprises a TrustedDictionary, a TrustedBundle, and an optional encryption method for byte codes. The encrypted TrustedDictionary protects data, while the TrustedBundle safeguards programming code, enabling applications to store secret data securely. The application designer can restrict access to the TrustedBundle, ensuring that only explicitly exported interfaces are accessible. Additionally, the open-source code may be encrypted, with secrets required by the programming code stored securely in the TrustedDictionary.
Career Highlights
Wilfred E. Plouffe is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he continues to
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