Independent Data Unit Protection Generic Security Service Application Program Interface
RFC 2479, “Independent Data Unit Protection Generic Security Service Application Program Interface”, is an Informational document published in December 1998 by C. Adams. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
The IDUP-GSS-API extends the GSS-API for applications requiring protection of a generic data unit (such as a file or message) in a way which is independent of the protection of any other data unit and independent of any concurrent contact with designated "receivers" of the data unit. This memo provides information for the Internet community.
What “Informational” means
Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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