RFC 2095 · PROPOSED STANDARD · 1997
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
IMAP/POP AUTHorize Extension for Simple Challenge/Response
Overview
RFC 2095, “IMAP/POP AUTHorize Extension for Simple Challenge/Response”, is a Proposed Standard document published in January 1997 by J. Klensin, R. Catoe, P. Krumviede. It has been obsoleted by RFC 2195 — refer to the newer document for the authoritative version. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This specification provides a simple challenge-response authentication protocol that is suitable for use with IMAP4. [STANDARDS-TRACK]
What “Proposed Standard” means
An entry-level standards-track specification: stable, peer-reviewed and a solid basis for implementation, though it may still evolve before becoming an Internet Standard.
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Relationships to other RFCs
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- RFC 2098 Toshiba's Router Architecture Extensions for ATM : Overview
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- RFC 2099 Request for Comments Summary RFC Numbers 2000-2099