Traversal is not media encryption
05A selected transport path does not itself encrypt or authenticate the media payload.
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Protect the payload
Use the media protocol’s required security, separately from candidate selection.
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ICE establishes connectivity for a usage.
- ICE establishes connectivity for a usage.
- The usage must specify its own security and data-handling rules.
- Relays can help connectivity but do not replace end-to-end media protection.
The illustration is schematic. Example values are illustrative; profiles and later security guidance can add requirements.
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