Our patents
Patented technology for stronger authentication
ZKX Helix is built on patented zero-knowledge authentication technology designed to strengthen identity verification without exposing reusable secrets.
The patented foundation behind helix
ZKX’s patent portfolio protects core technology behind Helix, including zero-knowledge MFA, user-device verification, session-linked authentication, and secure handling of authentication data. The technology traces back to 2020 and was granted through two U.S. patents in 2023: US11700125B2 and US11831778B2.
Why our patents matter
Authentication needed a better foundation
Traditional authentication often depends on secrets that can be stored, stolen, phished, intercepted, replayed, or abused. Helix takes a different approach by using patented zero-knowledge methods to prove trust without exposing the underlying authentication data attackers want. This gives security teams a stronger foundation for MFA, adaptive access, privileged workflows, OT systems, fraud prevention, and non-human identity use cases.
Two U.S. patents. One stronger foundation for identity security.
These patents are part of what makes Helix different from traditional MFA systems that still depend on stored secrets, reusable credentials, passcodes, push approvals, or session tokens attackers can exploit. They support a broader authentication model built around proof, device trust, session security, and reduced credential exposure.
U.S. Patent No. 11,700,125
Patent number: US11700125B2
Date granted: July 11, 2023
Technology area: Zero-knowledge MFA, session-linked authentication, user-device verification
This patent covers a novel MFA framework that uses cryptography and zero-knowledge proofs to improve authentication security while keeping the user experience simple.
The patented process links identity verification to the ongoing user session, helping close exploitation gaps that can allow attackers to hijack sessions with stolen tokens.
U.S. Patent No. 11,831,778
Patent number: US11831778B2
Date granted: November 28, 2023
Technology area: Zero-knowledge proof authentication, credential protection, device key fragments, session attestation
This patent expands the protected foundation behind zkMFA, including methods for authenticating a prover through zero-knowledge protocols, device-related key fragments, and session attestation.
The technology supports authentication where a user can prove trust without sending sensitive credential information across the network.
Secure. Trusted. Proven.
Developed, reviewed, & commercialized
ZKX technology began as an R&D initiative inside REDCOM Laboratories, Inc. and was later commercialized as Helix.
The underlying framework was built on zero-knowledge proofs, validated in collaboration with Rochester Institute of Technology, independently assessed by Galois, and brought to market through ZKX Solutions.
ZKX patent FAQs
Here are some answers to common questions we get. If you have a specific question that we haven’t covered, our team would be happy to help. Contact us, and we will be in touch as soon as possible.
What patents does ZKX hold?
ZKX’s technology is backed by two U.S. patents: US11700125B2 and US11831778B2, both related to zero-knowledge based multi-factor authentication.
What technology do the patents cover?
The patents cover technology related to zero-knowledge MFA, user-device verification, credential protection, session-linked authentication, and secure authentication workflows.
Why are zero-knowledge proofs important for authentication?
Zero-knowledge proofs allow one party to prove they know or possess something without revealing the secret itself. In authentication, this helps reduce the exposure of sensitive credential data.
How do the patents relate to Helix?
Helix is built on the patented zero-knowledge authentication foundation protected by ZKX’s patent portfolio.
See the patented technology in action
Helix is built to prove trust without exposing reusable secrets. Bring us the access problem, identity risk, transaction, or system you need to protect. We’ll show you how ZKX’s patented zero-knowledge foundation works in practice.