Method and system for detecting unauthorized use of a set top box using weather profiles

摘要

A system and method for determining unauthorized use of a set top box includes a set top box that receives a profile of weather conditions in a geographic area, generating a weather log, comparing the weather log and the profile and disabling the set top box from receiving signals in response to comparing. A head end and a plurality of other set top boxes may be used to gather the weather data to form the profile.

主权项

1. A method comprising:
receiving a profile of weather conditions in a geographic area at a set top box based on weather conditions in the geographic area compiled from a plurality of set top boxes in the geographical area; generating a weather log at the set top box; comparing the profile to the weather log; and disabling the set top box from receiving signals in response to comparing.