Increased flexibility of security framework during low power modes management

摘要

The present invention relates to a method of managing switching from a first mode of operation to a second mode of operation a first processor in a processing device which comprises at least one other processor and a controller processor. The method comprises receiving a message which comprises a request to switch the first processor from a first to a second mode of operation; deciding whether the switching is appropriate; and upon decision of switching, switching the first processor from a first mode of operation to a second mode of operation according to the selected type of switching.