Using the EAP framework for fast media independent handover authentication

In this paper we compare different authentication techniques that may be used in order to reduce the time and resources required to perform a handover: namely, re-authentication and pre-authentication. We provide a detailed analysis of each mechanism, and highlight key performance trade-offs for select scenarios and parameters of interest. Categories and Subject Descriptors B.8.2 [Performance and Reliability]: Performance Analysis and Design Aids; E.3 [Data Encryption]: Standards General Terms Security, Standardization, Performance Keywords Authentication, Pre-authentication, Re-authentication, Handover, EAP, Performance

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2008
• Where: WICON
• Authors: Antonio Izquierdo, Nada Golmie, Katrin Hoeper, Lidong Chen
• Keywords: Computer Networks, Performance Analysis, Performance Keywords Authentication, Standards General Terms, WICON 2008