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mode (ike)

Syntax

Hierarchy Level

Description

Define an IKE policy mode.

Default

main

Options

aggressive—Takes half the number of messages of main mode, has less negotiation power, and does not provide identity protection.

Note:

In Junos FIPS mode, the aggressive option is not supported.

main—Uses six messages, in three peer-to-peer exchanges, to establish the IKE SA. These three steps include the IKE SA negotiation, a Diffie-Hellman exchange, and authentication of the peer. Also provides identity protection.

Required Privilege Level

system—To view this statement in the configuration.

system-control—To add this statement to the configuration.

Release Information

Statement introduced before Junos OS Release 7.4.