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RFC 4111: Security Framework for Provider-Provisioned Virtual Private Networks (PPVPNs)

Still current, but amended. Parts of this document are changed or extended by RFC 8996. Read both.

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This document addresses security aspects pertaining to Provider-Provisioned Virtual Private Networks (PPVPNs). First, it describes the security threats in the context of PPVPNs and defensive techniques to combat those threats. It considers security issues deriving both from malicious behavior of anyone and from negligent or incorrect behavior of the providers. It also describes how these security attacks should be detected and reported. It then discusses possible user requirements for security of a PPVPN service. These user requirements translate into corresponding provider requirements. In addition, the provider may have additional requirements to make its network infrastructure secure to a level that can meet the PPVPN customer's expectations. Finally, this document defines a template that may be used to describe and analyze the security characteristics of a specific PPVPN technology. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

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Document ID
RFC4111
Published
July 2005
Authors
L. Fang
Status
INFORMATIONAL
Stream
IETF
Area
rtg
Pages
45
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RFC 8996

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