SCTE 23-2:2017(R2022)

The intent of this BPI+ specification is to describe MAC layer security services for DOCSIS® CMTS - CM communications. BPI+ security goals are twofold: • provide cable modem users with data privacy across the cable network • provide MSOs with service protection; i.e., prevent unauthorized users from gaining access to the network’s RF MAC services BPI+ provides a level of data privacy across the shared medium cable network equal to or better than that provided by dedicated line network access services (analog modems or digital subscriber lines).