Method and system for VPN isolation using network namespaces

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9769120
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14994383

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One embodiment of the present invention provides a system for providing exclusive access to a virtual private network (VPN) connection to an authorized application. During operation, the system creates a unique network namespace that is different from a default network namespace of a host system. The system then places a pseudo network interface associated with the VPN connection into the unique network namespace. Furthermore, the system places at least one socket for an authorized application into the unique network namespace. The system also precludes unauthorized applications on the host from accessing the unique network namespace, thereby facilitating exclusive access to the VPN connection by the authorized application.

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VMWARE LLC3401 HILLVIEW AVENUE PALO ALTO CA 94304

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Fainkichen, Alexander Southborough, US 44 198
Newell, Craig Cambridge, US 39 1361

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