TS 33.179 – MCPTT Security Architecture and Procedures
3GPP TS 33.179 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MCPTT Security Architecture and Procedures. It is part of 3GPP Rel-13 (version 13.12.0).
Specifies security architecture, procedures, and information flows for protecting Mission Critical Push to Talk service, including authentication, signalling, and media protection.
Releases and versions of TS 33.179
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-13 | 13.12.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 33.179
Category: Security (Authentication). Technology generation: 4G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications that reference TS 33.179
- TS 33.220 Generic Authentication Architecture (GAA) Security
- TS 33.180 Security of the Mission Critical Service (MCX)
- TS 24.379 MCPTT Call Control Protocol
- TS 33.303 ProSe Security Specification for EPS
- TS 24.380 MCPTT Media Plane Control Protocols
- TS 37.579 Mission Critical (MC) services
- TS 26.281 MCVideo Codecs and Media Handling
- TR 23.781 Study on MC services migration & interconnection
Other specifications in the 33 series
- TS 33.127 Lawful Interception Architecture
- TS 33.128 Lawful Interception Protocols and Procedures
- TS 33.141 Security for Presence Service (Ut reference point)
- TS 33.163 Battery Efficient Security for Low Throughput MTC
- TS 33.180 Security of the Mission Critical Service (MCX)
- TS 33.185 V2X Security in LTE
- TS 33.187 Security for Machine-Type Communications Enhancements
- TS 33.203 IMS Security Features and Mechanisms
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 33.179?
3GPP TS 33.179 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MCPTT Security Architecture and Procedures. Specifies security architecture, procedures, and information flows for protecting Mission Critical Push to Talk service, including authentication, signalling, and media protection.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 33.179?
TS 33.179 is part of 3GPP Rel-13. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 13.12.0 (Rel-13).
What category does TS 33.179 belong to?
TS 33.179 belongs to the Security (Authentication) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 4G networks.
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