IKE and AuthIP IPsec Keying Modules

Windows 7 Service Details

Description:

If you need IKE. Leave it alone, but not really needed. Used for some VPN software.

Service Description:

The IKEEXT service hosts the Internet Key Exchange (IKE) and Authenticated Internet Protocol (AuthIP) keying modules. These keying modules are used for authentication and key exchange in Internet Protocol security (IPsec).

Consequences of Stopping:

Stopping or disabling the IKEEXT service will disable IKE and AuthIP key exchange with peer computers. IPsec is typically configured to use IKE or AuthIP; therefore, stopping or disabling the IKEEXT service might result in an IPsec failure and might compromise the security of the system. It is strongly recommended that you have the IKEEXT service running.
All services listed in 'Required For' will be unable to function

Depends on:

DCOM Server Process Launcher, Base Filtering System, Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Required for: