PPTPv2 cons (cont) PPP patches do not require MPPE encryption by default use 'require-mppe' and 'require mppe-stateless' in pppd configuration files Uses GRE (Generic Routing Encapsulation - protocol 47) packets Doesn't play well with firewalls Quote: "At this point we still do not recommend Microsoft PPTP for applications where security is a factor" -- Bruce Schneier (Counterpane) and Mudge (L0pht Heavy Industries / @Stake)