RFC 3027 · INFORMATIONAL · 2001

Protocol Complications with the IP Network Address Translator

Overview

RFC 3027, “Protocol Complications with the IP Network Address Translator”, is an Informational document published in January 2001 by M. Holdrege, P. Srisuresh. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

The purpose of this document is to identify the protocols and applications that break with NAT enroute. The document also attempts to identify any known workarounds. This document attempts to capture as much information as possible, but is by no means a comprehensive coverage. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

Abstract as published in the RFC, via rfc-editor.org.

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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