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Internet Protocol Security (IPsec)

Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

IPsec
IPSec
IPSEC

Definition(s):

  An OSI Network layer security protocol that provides authentication and encryption over IP networks.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-127 [Withdrawn]

  A protocol that adds security features to the standard IP protocol to provide confidentiality and integrity services.
Source(s):
NISTIR 7316 under Internet Protocol Security