February 15, 2007

VirnetX files VPN patent suit against Microsoft

Company claims that Microsoft is infringing on two patents regarding VPN technology

A California-based software company has filed a patent infringement suit against Microsoft over two patents that enable the creation of virtual private networks.

VirnetX, a company that builds software for secure communications, claims Microsoft is infringing on two of its patents, according to a press statement by the company, which is based in Scotts Valley, California.

One of the patents relates to establishing a secure communication link or VPN, while the other is for a method and system of transparently creating a VPN, the company said.

VirnetX is seeking damages from Microsoft as well as an injunction against the company from using the patented technologies. Law firm McDermott Will & Emery is handling the case for VirnetX.

VirnetX CEO and President Kendall Larsen did not return a call seeking comment on Thursday. Microsoft could not be reached immediately for comment through its public relations firm Thursday.

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