Patents by Inventor Craig Schultz
Craig Schultz has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9729567Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2016Date of Patent: August 8, 2017Assignee: Acalvio Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20170206349Abstract: Methods and systems are presented of presenting false and/or decoy content to an intruder operating on a computer system by obfuscating critical files on a computer storage device with data that directs subsequent infiltration and propagation to designated decoy hosts and decoy applications. Method and systems are provided for selectively presenting different contents to different viewers/users of application resource files for the purpose of preventing the valuable content from being read, tampered with, exfiltrated, or used as a means to perform subsequent attacks on network resources.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2017Publication date: July 20, 2017Applicant: Acalvio Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Yadong Zhang, Ching-Hai Tsai, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Patent number: 9680855Abstract: A system and method are presented for forecasting the risk of cyber-attacks on targeted networks. The described technology quantifies linear and non-linear damages to network-dependent assets by propagating probabilistic distributions of events in sequence and time in order to forecast damages over specified periods. Damage-forecasts are used to estimate probabilistically time-varying financial losses for cyber-attacks. The described technology incorporates quantities and dependencies for pricing insurance, re-insurance, and self-insurance, assessing cost-benefit tradeoffs for sequenced implementation of security control measures, and detecting attacks in the targeted network.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2014Date of Patent: June 13, 2017Assignee: NEO PRIME, LLCInventors: Craig A. Schultz, John J. Nitao, Jeffrey M. Starr, John Compton
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Patent number: 9576145Abstract: Methods and systems are presented of presenting false and/or decoy content to an intruder operating on a computer system by obfuscating critical files on a computer storage device with data that directs subsequent infiltration and propagation to designated decoy hosts and decoy applications. Method and systems are provided for selectively presenting different contents to different viewers/users of application resource files for the purpose of preventing the valuable content from being read, tampered with, exfiltrated, or used as a means to perform subsequent attacks on network resources.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2014Date of Patent: February 21, 2017Assignee: ACALVIO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Yadong Zhang, Ching-Hai Tsai, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20160234236Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2016Publication date: August 11, 2016Applicant: Acalvio Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Patent number: 9350751Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2015Date of Patent: May 24, 2016Assignee: ACALVIO TECHNOLOGIES, INC.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20150381649Abstract: A system and method are presented for forecasting the risk of cyber-attacks on targeted networks. The described technology quantifies linear and non-linear damages to network-dependent assets by propagating probabilistic distributions of events in sequence and time in order to forecast damages over specified periods. Damage-forecasts are used to estimate probabilistically time-varying financial losses for cyber-attacks. The described technology incorporates quantities and dependencies for pricing insurance, re-insurance, and self-insurance, assessing cost-benefit tradeoffs for sequenced implementation of security control measures, and detecting attacks in the targeted network.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2014Publication date: December 31, 2015Inventors: Craig A. Schultz, John J. Nitao, Jeffrey M. Starr, John Compton
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Publication number: 20150229663Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2015Publication date: August 13, 2015Applicant: Shadow Networks, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Patent number: 9021092Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2013Date of Patent: April 28, 2015Assignee: Shadow Networks, Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20150096048Abstract: Methods and systems are presented of presenting false and/or decoy content to an intruder operating on a computer system by obfuscating critical files on a computer storage device with data that directs subsequent infiltration and propagation to designated decoy hosts and decoy applications. Method and systems are provided for selectively presenting different contents to different viewers/users of application resource files for the purpose of preventing the valuable content from being read, tampered with, exfiltrated, or used as a means to perform subsequent attacks on network resources.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2014Publication date: April 2, 2015Applicant: Shadow Networks, Inc.Inventors: Yadong Zhang, Ching-Hai Tsai, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20140115706Abstract: A shadow network, which can be a virtual reproduction of a real, physical, base computer network, is described. Shadow networks duplicate the topology, services, host, and network traffic of the base network using shadow hosts, which are low interaction, minimal-resource-using host emulators. The shadow networks are connected to the base network through virtual switches, etc. in order to form a large obfuscated network. When a hacker probes into a host emulator, a more resource-intensive virtual machine can be swapped in to take its place. When a connection is attempted from a host emulator to a physical computer, the a host emulator can step in to take the place of the physical computer, and software defined networking (SDN) can prevent collisions between the duplicated IP addresses. Replicating the shadow networks within the network introduces problems for hackers and allows a system administrator easier ways to identify intrusions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2013Publication date: April 24, 2014Applicant: ZanttZ,Inc.Inventors: Steven M. Silva, Yadong Zhang, Eric Winsborrow, Johnson L. Wu, Craig A. Schultz
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Patent number: 7440858Abstract: A method and apparatus is utilized to determine the bearing and/or location of sources, such as, alternating current (A.C.) generators and loads, power lines, transformers and/or radio-frequency (RF) transmitters, emitting electromagnetic-wave energy for which a Poynting-Vector can be defined. When both a source and field sensors (electric and magnetic) are static, a bearing to the electromagnetic source can be obtained. If a single set of electric (E) and magnetic (B) sensors are in motion, multiple measurements permit location of the source. The method can be extended to networks of sensors allowing determination of the location of both stationary and moving sources.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2006Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Assignee: Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLCInventors: David J. Simons, Charles R. Carrigan, Philip E. Harben, Barry A. Kirkendall, Craig A. Schultz
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Publication number: 20070094854Abstract: A handle hardware assembly for attaching a handle to the sidewall of a casket. The hardware assembly comprises a lifting arm and clevis each having a pair of pivot arms or flanges. Each clevis pivot flange has a protrusion which is engageable with three radially spaced depressions of a corresponding lifting arm pivot arm. The selected depression the protrusion is engaged in determines the fixed position of the handle relative to sidewall of the casket. Also, a bolt is insertable from inside the casket such that the sharp end of the bolt is between the clevis pivot flanges to avoid injury to a funeral director or others.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2006Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventor: Craig Schultz
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Publication number: 20070062358Abstract: A punch tool for the punching of a shape through a sheet of material. The punch tool includes a punch and a die portion disposed within a housing having a slot for receiving a sheet of material. A lower ramp is disposed within the housing and, when rotated, raises the punch to engage the die. The lower ramp may be rotated regardless of the orientation of the punch tool. Thus, the punch tool may be used even when in an inverted position.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2005Publication date: March 22, 2007Inventors: Luc Lam, Kevin Schmidt, Craig Schultz
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Publication number: 20060235633Abstract: A method and apparatus is utilized to determine the bearing and/or location of sources, such as, alternating current (A.C.) generators and loads, power lines, transformers and/or radio-frequency (RF) transmitters, emitting electromagnetic-wave energy for which a Poynting-Vector can be defined. When both a source and field sensors (electric and magnetic) are static, a bearing to the electromagnetic source can be obtained. If a single set of electric (E) and magnetic (B) sensors are in motion, multiple measurements permit location of the source. The method can be extended to networks of sensors allowing determination of the location of both stationary and moving sources. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or the meaning of the claims.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 13, 2006Publication date: October 19, 2006Inventors: David Simons, Charles Carrigan, Philip Harben, Barry Kirkendall, Craig Schultz
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Patent number: 7092639Abstract: A transmitter comprises an oscillator, a phase lock loop, a serializer, and an electrical-to-optical converter. The oscillator is enclosed in a metal shield. The metal shield is soldered to a ground ring of the printed circuit board. In one embodiment, the oscillator is voltage-controlled oscillator.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2001Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: Intel CorporationInventors: Craig Schultz, Joshua Oen
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Publication number: 20050130495Abstract: An integrated circuit packages comprises a printed circuit board, a non-metal connector, and a metal casing. The printed circuit board includes a ground ring around the non-metal connector. The metal casing substantially encloses the printed circuit board, and has an opening that allows access to the non-metal connector. The metal casing has a metal lip that makes physical and electrical contact with the ground ring of the printed circuit board. The metal casing may be used to help reduce EMI from a transmitter.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2005Publication date: June 16, 2005Inventors: Craig Schultz, Todd Petit, Joshua Oen
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Publication number: 20050121954Abstract: A back for a chair includes fabric panel with a flexible carrier attached to the panel around its periphery. The carrier is configured to be secured along a bottom edge to a bottom portion of a chair back frame member. The carrier is also secured to two vertical frame supports at its two upper corners. Preferably, the upper carrier and frame connections are ball and socket joints. A lumbar support is provided that is easily height adjustable, by providing tension to the back frame and requires no screws or adjustment knobs in its adjustment mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2004Publication date: June 9, 2005Inventors: Tim Coffield, Marcus Koepke, Jay Machael, Craig Schultz, Erik Steffensen
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Publication number: 20050076485Abstract: A decorative ornament is attached to a casket having an ornament attachment plate. The ornament may be attached to corner member or other portion of the casket. Each ornament attachment plate has a pair of grooves including a straight groove and a curved groove for receiving fasteners on the back of the ornament.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2004Publication date: April 14, 2005Inventor: Craig Schultz
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Patent number: D588421Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2008Date of Patent: March 17, 2009Inventor: Craig Schultz