Mobile IPv6 Configuration Example

HP-UX IPSec and HP-UX Mobile IPv6

This section contains ipsec_config batch file entries for a Mobile IPv6 Home Agent.

•The local system’s (Home Agent) IP address is

3ffe::83ff:fef7:1111.

•The Mobile Node’s IP address is 3ffe::83ff:fef7:2222.

Binding Messages

The following batch file entry configures a host IPSec policy to secure Binding Update and Binding Acknowledgement messages (protocol MH) between the local node (Home Agent) and the Mobile Node.

add host mn_2222_binding \

-source 3ffe::83ff:fef7:1111 \(Home Agent)

-destination 3ffe::83ff:fef7:2222 \(Mobile Node’s Home Address)

-proto MH -pri 200 -action ESP_AES128_HMAC_SHA1 \ -flags MIPV6\

-in ESP/2500007/0x1234567890123456789012345678901234567890\ /0x12345678901234567890123456789012/0x1234567890123456 \ -out ESP/2500008/0x0123456789012345678901234567890123456789\ /0x01234567890123456789012345678901/0x0123456789012345

Return Routability Messages

Configure HP-UX IPSec to secure Home Test Init and Home Test Return Routability Messages routed through the local node (Home Agent).

Return Routability Gateway IPSec Policies

You must configure two gateway IPSec polices on the local node (Home Agent) for this topology:

•One for the data path segments between the Home Agent and the Correspondent Node.

•One for the data path segments between the Home Agent and the Mobile Node.

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UX IPSec Software specifications

HP-UX IPSec Software is an integral component of the HP-UX operating system, providing robust and secure communication capabilities for enterprise environments. As organizations increasingly rely on secure networking solutions, HP-UX IPSec stands out with its comprehensive set of features and technologies designed to safeguard sensitive data.

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In conclusion, HP-UX IPSec Software stands as a vital solution for organizations seeking to protect their data transmissions over IP networks. With its core technologies, such as transport and tunnel modes, adherence to industry standards, user-friendly administration tools, and scalability, it provides a formidable layer of security in an increasingly interconnected world. This makes it a preferred choice for enterprises aiming to enhance their network security frameworks.

HP UX IPSec Software manual Mobile IPv6 Configuration Example, Binding Messages, 3ffe83fffef71111

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