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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 25, 2026
Filed:
Jan. 30, 2025
Bank of America Corporation, Charlotte, NC (US);
Maharaj Mukherjee, Poughkeepsie, NY (US);
George Albero, Charlotte, NC (US);
Bank of America Corporation, Charlotte, NC (US);
Abstract
An innovative system and method for detecting and mitigating dormant microcode threats embedded within legitimate software are disclosed. The invention introduces immutable code segments monitored for unauthorized modifications using hierarchical hash and checksum validation. Multi-level detection systems integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyze behavioral deviations in code, identifying coordinated or anomalous activities. Upon detection of suspicious activity, mitigation protocols are activated, including localized micro jamming, network-wide mega jamming, and protective shielding of critical applications. A scorched earth policy ensures containment by halting processes with unusual growth patterns, while disaster recovery mechanisms restore verified backups to maintain operational integrity. The system's adaptive detection techniques, inspired by methods used to locate hidden threats in physical environments, enable proactive and resilient defense against microcode-based attacks. This solution addresses the limitations of conventional scanning technologies, providing robust protection for complex digital infrastructures against evolving internal and external security threats.