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RFC 1122 - 3.2.2.5 Parameter Problem: RFC-792
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3.2.2.5 Parameter Problem: RFC-792
A host SHOULD generate Parameter Problem messages. An
incoming Parameter Problem message MUST be passed to the
transport layer, and it MAY be reported to the user.
- DISCUSSION:
-
The ICMP Parameter Problem message is sent to the
source host for any problem not specifically covered by
another ICMP message. Receipt of a Parameter Problem
message generally indicates some local or remote
implementation error.
A new variant on the Parameter Problem message is hereby
defined:
Code 1 = required option is missing.
- DISCUSSION:
-
This variant is currently in use in the military
community for a missing security option.
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RFC 1122 - 3.2.2.5 Parameter Problem: RFC-792