METHOD OF DISTRIBUTING KEYS TO SUBSCRIBERS OF COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS

摘要

The invention relates to a method of distributing keys to subscribers of communications networks, especially of digital mobile radio networks. Said keys are required, for example, for accessing value-added services. The aim of the invention is to provide a method for distributing said keys to the subscribers safely and above all in an uncomplicated manner. To this end, the keys are generated and optionally saved in a safety device provided at the end of the mobile radio network. Upon request of a subscriber, at least one key is requested from said safety device, is allocated to the subscriber and is transmitted to the mobile station of the subscriber via the mobile radio network.