Inventors:
David D. Brandt - Milwaukee WI, US
Michael A. Bush - Hudson OH, US
Brian A. Batke - Novelty OH, US
Mark B. Anderson - Chapel Hill NC, US
Jeffrey A. Shearer - North Royalton OH, US
Craig D. Anderson - Hudson OH, US
Assignee:
Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc. - Mayfield Heights OH
International Classification:
H04L 9/32
US Classification:
713180, 726 27, 726 28, 726 29, 726 30
Abstract:
A security system for disconnected automation devices comprises a central access control authority that provides access regulations that are received by a portable unit. An analysis component that determines whether access should be provided to a disconnected system based at least in part upon the access regulations. In accordance with an aspect of the present invention, for example, the access regulations can restrict access to a disconnected device for a particular timeframe.