Intelligent remote device

Abstract

An intelligent remote device equipped with a security token operatively coupled thereto is processing communications with a security token enabled computer system over a wireless private network. The intelligent remote device is adapted to emulate a local security device peripheral connected to the computer system. Multiple computer systems may be authenticated to using the intelligent remote device. Additionally, various secure communications connections mechanisms are described which are intended to augment existing security protocols available using wireless network equipment. Authentication of a user supplied critical security parameter is performed by the security token. The critical security parameter may be provided locally via the intelligent remote device or received from the wireless network and routed to the security token. Aural, visual or vibratory feedback may be provided to the user to signal a successful authentication transaction.

1 . A method for accessing a security token enabled computer system using an intelligent remote device as a communications interface for a security token comprising the steps of:
 a. establishing a wireless communications connection between at least an intelligent remote device and a security token enabled computer system,   b. providing a critical security parameter associated with a user to a security token operatively coupled to said intelligent remote device, and   c. authenticating said critical security parameter by said security token.   
     
     
         2 - 39 . (canceled)