ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_DISABLED - 13883 (0x363B)

Technical Meaning

The error code ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_DISABLED (13883, 0x363B) indicates that the Internet Key Exchange (IKE) protocol received a policy that explicitly disables negotiation. This typically occurs in scenarios where security policies are configured to prevent certain types of negotiations or when specific conditions trigger the disabling mechanism.

Error Details

This error is specific to the IPsec framework, which is used for secure communication over networks by establishing and managing cryptographic security associations (SAs). The IKE protocol plays a crucial role in this process by negotiating these SAs. When a policy disables negotiation, it means that the system or application will not proceed with the necessary negotiations required for establishing secure connections.

Usage Context

This error can be encountered in various scenarios where IPsec policies are being enforced. For instance, if a security administrator configures a policy to disable certain types of IKE negotiations, this error might be generated when such a policy is applied or evaluated by the system.

Developer Interpretation

Developers should interpret this error as an indication that the current operation involving IKE negotiation has been explicitly disabled due to a configured policy. This could affect operations related to establishing secure IPsec tunnels or securing network communications. Developers need to ensure that their applications are aware of such policies and handle them appropriately, possibly by retrying with different parameters or adjusting security configurations.

Related Errors

• ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_FAILED (13890, 0x3642): Indicates a failure in the negotiation process after it was attempted.
• ERROR_IPSEC_POLICY_NOT_FOUND (13875, 0x363B): Suggests that the policy required for negotiation is not present or configured.

FAQ

Q: What does this error mean?

A: This error indicates that a policy has disabled IKE negotiations. It typically occurs when security policies are set to prevent certain types of negotiations.

Q: How can I handle this error in my application?

A: Ensure your application checks for and respects the current IPsec policies, including those that disable negotiation. Adjust your code to handle such scenarios gracefully, possibly by retrying with different parameters or adjusting security configurations.

Summary

ERROR_IPSEC_IKE_NEGOTIATION_DISABLED (13883, 0x363B) is a specific error indicating that IKE negotiations have been disabled due to a configured policy. Developers should be aware of this error and handle it appropriately in their applications to ensure proper security configurations are respected.