fwknop
The premium Open Source alternative to Tailscale
🎯 Best for:Security Engineers
What is fwknop?
A self-hosted alternative to traditional VPNs and port knocking. It utilizes Single Packet Authorization to keep network services invisible to unauthorized scanners.
Tech Stack
PerlVPN & Network
Why fwknop?
- • Zero port visibility
- • Replay attack protection
- • Cryptographic authentication
Limitations
- • Client software required
- • Complex initial config
- • Latency in connection setup
3/5/2026
Last Update
251
Forks
123
Issues
GPL-2.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Tailscale)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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