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Glossary Term Authentication Header

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What is Authentication Header?

Protocol providing IP packet authentication

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Understanding Authentication Header

A protocol in the IPsec framework that provides data integrity and authentication of IP packets, helping prevent IP spoofing and ensuring that data hasn't been altered in transit.

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