JP2005080266A - Method for reporting unpermitted use of mobile terminal device, mobile terminal device, computer program and recording medium - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a method, an apparatus and the like for reporting an unpermitted use of a mobile terminal device. <P>SOLUTION: Subscriber identification data of an owner's subscriber identification module card set into a mobile terminal device are stored in a memory unit (S1), and the owner of the mobile terminal device sets a caller alarm group including a call number relating to the owner's subscriber identification module card (S2). When the mobile terminal device is started later, a communication link is established between the mobile terminal device and a communication network (S3) according to the subscriber identification module card set into the mobile terminal device, and it is determined whether the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device match the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set into the mobile terminal device (S4). When they do not match, the mobile terminal device transmits a message to the caller alarm group via the communication network (S5). <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to a mobile terminal device, and more specifically, a method for notifying unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device, a mobile terminal device, a program for causing a computer to execute the method, and a recording medium on which the program is recorded About.

  Mobile terminal devices such as mobile telephones are usually provided with anti-theft means in order to prevent unauthorized use of the mobile terminal device. However, when the mobile terminal device is misplaced or stolen, it is difficult to find the mobile terminal device with the conventional antitheft means.

  Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a method for indicating unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device.

  One method according to the present invention provides a method for indicating unauthorized use to a mobile terminal device configured to be able to set a subscriber identity module card for wireless communication with a communication network. The subscriber identification module card includes subscriber identification data.

  According to the method of the present invention, (a) the owner of the mobile terminal device can store the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device. (B) allowing the mobile terminal device owner to set up a caller alert group that includes a calling number associated with his subscriber identity module card; and (c) Enabling the mobile terminal device to establish a communication link with a communication network according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later; d) When a communication link is established with the communication network, the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device is A step of determining whether or not it matches the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device; and (e) if it is determined that they do not match, the mobile terminal device A message including the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device and a device serial code associated with the mobile terminal device is transmitted to the caller alert group. And the step of enabling to do.

  The computer program according to the present invention includes a subscriber identification module for wireless communication with a communication network, including subscriber identification data for allowing notification of unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device. A computer program for the mobile terminal device, comprising: a user input unit configured to set a card; a memory unit; and a processor unit connected to the user input unit and the memory unit In the computer, the owner of the mobile terminal device can store the subscriber identification data stored in the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device. First code for instructing the processor unit, and The processor so that the owner of the mail terminal can set a caller alert group including a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the mobile terminal via the user input unit. A communication link with the communication network according to a second code for instructing a unit and the mobile terminal device according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later A third code for instructing the processor unit to be established, and the subscriber identity stored in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device when a communication link with the communication network is established. Data is added to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device. If it is determined that the mobile terminal device does not match the fourth code that instructs the processor unit so as to determine whether or not it matches the user identification data, the mobile terminal device transmits the mobile terminal via the communication network. A message including the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in a device and a device serial code associated with the mobile terminal device can be transmitted to the caller alert group. A fifth code for instructing the processor unit is executed.

  A mobile terminal device according to the present invention is a mobile terminal device configured to be able to set a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network, including subscriber identification data, and includes a memory A unit, means for allowing an owner of the mobile terminal device to store the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit; Means for allowing the owner to set up a caller alert group that includes a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the owner of the mobile terminal device; and When the mobile terminal device is activated at a later time, it follows the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. Means for establishing a communication link with the communication network, and the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit when the communication link with the communication network is established, Means for determining whether or not it matches the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the device, and if the mobile terminal device determines that they do not match, the mobile terminal device, via the communication network, A message including the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in a mobile terminal device and a device serial code associated with the mobile terminal device can be transmitted to the caller alert group. It is characterized by comprising.

  Further, a recording medium on which a computer program according to the present invention is recorded includes a user input unit, a memory unit, the user input unit and a processor unit connected to the memory unit, and includes subscriber identification data. To cause a computer to execute a function of notifying unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device to a mobile terminal device configured to be able to set a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network The computer program stores the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit by the owner of the mobile terminal device. Instruct the processor unit to be able to The owner of the mobile terminal device sets a caller alert group including a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the mobile terminal device via the user input unit. In accordance with the second code instructing the processor unit and the mobile terminal device according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later A third code for instructing the processor unit to establish a communication link with the communication network, and the subscription stored in the memory unit when the communication link is established with the communication network; Subscriber identification data is stored in the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. When it is determined that the mobile terminal apparatus does not match the fourth code that instructs the processor unit so as to determine whether or not it matches the user identification data, the mobile terminal device transmits the mobile code via the communication network. A message including the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the terminal device and a device serial code associated with the mobile terminal device can be transmitted to the caller alert group. And a fifth code for instructing the processor unit.

  Other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the description of preferred embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a mobile terminal device for carrying out a method for notifying unauthorized use according to the present invention. The mobile terminal device 1 configured according to the preferred embodiment shown in FIG. 1 includes a mobile phone, a portable computer, an electronic book, a personal digital assistant, and the like.

  The mobile terminal apparatus 1 includes a user input unit 11, a memory unit 12, a display unit 14, and a processor unit 13. The processor unit 13 includes a user input unit 11, a memory unit 12, and a display unit 14. It is connected. In addition, a subscriber identification module (SIM) card 2 used for wireless communication with a communication network is set in the mobile terminal device 1.

  The subscriber identification module card 2 includes subscriber identification data such as a subscriber identification module serial number, an international mobile subscriber identification code, and a mobile subscriber integrated service digital network number. The mobile terminal device 1 according to this embodiment further stores a computer program in the memory unit 12.

  2A and 2B are flowcharts illustrating a procedure of a method for notifying unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. 2A is a diagram illustrating steps S1 to S6 of steps S1 to S12, and FIG. 2B is a diagram illustrating steps S7 to S12.

  In step S1, the computer program causes the owner of the mobile terminal device 1 to store the subscriber identification data stored in the owner's subscriber identification module card 2 in the memory unit 12 of the mobile terminal device 1. Then, the processor unit 13 is driven. In this embodiment, the owner of the mobile terminal device 1 can further store the reference security code in the memory unit 12 of the mobile terminal device 1.

  In step S <b> 2, the computer program drives the processor unit 13 so that the owner of the mobile terminal device 1 can set the caller alert group via the user input unit 11. The caller alert group includes at least one call number, one of which is associated with the subscriber identity module card 2 of the owner of the mobile terminal device 1.

  In step S3, the computer program causes the processor to establish a communication link with the communication network according to the subscriber identification module card 2 set in the mobile terminal device 1 when the mobile terminal device 1 is activated later. The unit 13 is driven and a communication link is established.

  In step S4, the computer program stores the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit 12 of the mobile terminal device 1 when the communication link with the communication network is established. The processor unit 13 is driven and a determination is made so as to determine whether or not it matches the subscriber identification data of the module card 2.

  If it is determined in step S4 that they do not match, the process proceeds to step S5, and the computer program allows the processor unit 1 to send a message to the caller alert group via the communication network. 13 and sends a message to the caller alert group. The message has a format conforming to the conventional short message service, and includes subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card 2 set in the mobile terminal device 1 and a device serial code related to the mobile terminal device 1. It is out.

  The message further includes the mobile terminal device 1 and cell location information belonging to the communication link between the communication networks. For this reason, when the mobile terminal device 1 is lost or the mobile terminal device 1 is stolen, the owner of the mobile terminal device 1 receives an issuance of an alternative identification module card and then grants permission to the mobile terminal device 1. Whenever there is no use, the message sent by the mobile terminal device 1 can be received.

  If it is determined in step S4 that they match, the process proceeds to step S6, and the computer program drives the processor unit 13 so that the user of the mobile terminal device 1 can input the security code via the user input unit 11. In addition, the security code is input by the user.

  In step S7, the computer program drives the processor unit 13 and determines whether or not the security code matches the reference security code.

  If it is determined in step S7 that the security code matches the reference security code, the process proceeds to step S8, and the computer program enables and disables the function of notifying the mobile terminal device 1 of unauthorized use. The mobile terminal device 1 further operates, such as setting and editing the caller alarm group, testing the function of notifying the unauthorized use of the mobile terminal device 1, changing the reference security code, etc. The processor unit 13 is driven as possible.

  If it is determined in step S7 that the previously entered security code does not match the reference security code, the process proceeds to step S9, and the computer program allows the user of the mobile terminal device 1 to input another security code. The processor unit 13 is driven so that the user can input another security code.

  In step S10, the computer program drives the processor unit 13 and determines whether or not the other security code matches the reference security code. If it is determined in step S10 that they match, the process returns to step S8.

  If it is determined in step S10 that the security code does not match the reference security code, the process proceeds to step S11, and the computer program determines whether the number of trials in steps S9 and S10 is greater than the predetermined number of trials. As determined, the processor unit 13 is driven and the determination is executed. If it is determined that there are not many, steps S9 and S10 are repeated.

  If it is determined in step S11 that the number of trials for performing steps S9 and S10 is greater than the predetermined number of trials, the process proceeds to step S12, and the computer program disables the mobile terminal device 1.

  Therefore, according to the method of the present invention, when the mobile terminal device 1 is lost or the mobile terminal device 1 is stolen, the owner of the mobile terminal device 1 is the subscriber of the subscriber identification card of the unauthorized user. The identification module data can be known, and the data can be used as evidence when the mobile terminal device is retrieved.

  Although the method, apparatus, and the like relating to the most practical and preferred embodiment of the present invention have been described, the present invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiment, but the most widely interpreted technical idea and technique Various configurations included in the scope are included. Accordingly, all such modifications and equivalent configurations are also included in the technical scope of the present invention.

It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the mobile terminal device for enforcing the method which alert | reports the unauthorized use which concerns on this invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating a procedure of a method for informing unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. 6 is a flowchart illustrating a procedure of a method for informing unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Mobile terminal device 2 Subscriber identification module card 11 User input unit 12 Memory unit 13 Processor unit 14 Display unit

Claims (15)

A method for informing unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device configured to be able to set a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network, including subscriber identification data,
(A) enabling an owner of the mobile terminal device to store the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in a memory unit of the mobile terminal device;
(B) allowing the owner of the mobile terminal device to set up a caller alert group that includes a calling number associated with the subscriber identity module card;
(C) enabling the mobile terminal device to establish a communication link with the communication network according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later When,
(D) When the communication link is established with the communication network, the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device is stored in the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. Determining whether it matches the subscriber identification data;
(E) If it is determined that they do not match, the mobile terminal device transmits the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device to the mobile terminal device via the communication network And allowing a message including an associated equipment serial code to be transmitted to the caller alert group. A method for informing unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device. In the step (a), the owner of the mobile terminal device can further store a reference security code in the memory unit.
(F) enabling the user of the mobile terminal device to enter a security code if it is determined that they match;
(G) determining whether the security code matches the reference security code;
The mobile terminal apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising: (h) further enabling the mobile terminal apparatus to operate when it is determined that the security code matches the reference security code. A method of reporting unauthorized use. (I) enabling the user of the mobile terminal device to enter another security code if it is determined that the input security code does not match the reference security code;
(J) determining whether the another security code matches the reference security code;
3. The method of claim 2, further comprising: (k) repeating steps (i) and (j) a predetermined number of times until the input security code matches the reference security code. A method for informing unauthorized use of the mobile terminal device described.   4. The method of claim 3, further comprising: (l) disabling the mobile terminal device if it is determined that a matching security code has not yet been input after the predetermined number of trials. Of notifying unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device.   The mobile according to claim 1, wherein the message transmitted in the step (e) further includes location information regarding a cell belonging to the communication link between the mobile terminal device and the communication network. A method for informing unauthorized use of a terminal device. It is configured to be able to set a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network, including subscriber identification data for allowing notification of unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device A computer program for the mobile terminal device comprising a user input unit, a memory unit, and the user input unit and a processor unit connected to the memory unit,
On the computer,
The processor unit so that an owner of the mobile terminal device can store the subscriber identification data stored in the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device A first code for instructing
So that the owner of the mobile terminal device can set a caller alert group including a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the mobile terminal device via the user input unit. A second code for instructing the processor unit;
The processor enables the mobile terminal device to establish a communication link with the communication network according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later. A third code to instruct the unit;
When a communication link is established with the communication network, the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit of the mobile terminal device is the subscription of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. A fourth code for instructing the processor unit to determine whether or not it matches the person identification data;
If it is determined that they do not match, the mobile terminal device, via the communication network, the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device, and the device related to the mobile terminal device A computer program for executing a fifth code for instructing the processor unit so that a message including a serial code can be transmitted to the caller alert group.   The program according to claim 6, wherein the message further includes cell location information belonging to the communication link between the mobile terminal device and the communication network. A mobile terminal device configured to be able to set a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network including subscriber identification data,
A memory unit;
Means for allowing an owner of the mobile terminal device to store the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit;
Means for allowing the owner of the mobile terminal device to set up a caller alert group that includes a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the owner of the mobile terminal device;
Means for enabling the mobile terminal device to establish a communication link with the communication network according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later;
When the communication link with the communication network is established, the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit is the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. Means for determining whether they match,
If it is determined that they do not match, the mobile terminal device, via the communication network, the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device, and the device related to the mobile terminal device Means for transmitting a message including a serial code to the caller alert group.   The mobile terminal apparatus according to claim 8, wherein the message further includes cell location information belonging to the communication link between the mobile terminal apparatus and the communication network. The mobile terminal apparatus, mobile terminal apparatus according to claim 8, which is a portable electronic device.   The mobile terminal device according to claim 10, wherein the portable electronic device is any one of a portable computer, a mobile phone, an electronic book, and a personal digital assistant. A user input unit, a memory unit, and a processor unit connected to the user input unit and the memory unit are set, and a subscriber identification module card for wireless communication with a communication network including subscriber identification data is set. A recording medium on which a computer program for causing a computer to execute a function of notifying unauthorized use of a mobile terminal device configured to be capable of being recorded,
The computer program is
A first code for instructing the processor unit so that the owner of the mobile terminal device can store the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card of the owner in the memory unit; ,
So that the owner of the mobile terminal device can set a caller alert group including a call number associated with the subscriber identity module card of the mobile terminal device via the user input unit. A second code for instructing the processor unit;
The processor enables the mobile terminal device to establish a communication link with the communication network according to the subscriber identity module card set in the mobile terminal device when the mobile terminal device is activated later. A third code to instruct the unit;
When a communication link is established with the communication network, the subscriber identification data stored in the memory unit matches the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device. A fourth code for instructing the processor unit to determine whether to
When it is determined that they do not match, the mobile terminal device relates to the mobile terminal device with the subscriber identification data of the subscriber identification module card set in the mobile terminal device via the communication network And a fifth code for instructing the processor unit so that a message including a device serial code can be transmitted to the caller alert group. A readable recording medium.   The computer-readable recording medium according to claim 12, wherein the message further includes location information of a cell belonging to the communication link between the mobile terminal device and the communication network.   The computer-readable recording medium according to claim 12, wherein the mobile terminal device is a portable electronic device.   The computer-readable recording medium according to claim 14, wherein the portable electronic device is one of a portable computer, a mobile phone, an electronic book, and a personal digital assistant.

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