RFC 3078 · INFORMATIONAL · 2001
WED · 29 JUL 2026
Microsoft Point-To-Point Encryption Protocol
Overview
RFC 3078, “Microsoft Point-To-Point Encryption Protocol”, is an Informational document published in March 2001 by G. Pall, G. Zorn. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document describes the use of the Microsoft Point to Point Encryption (MPPE) to enhance the confidentiality of PPP-encapsulated packets. 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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