sshttp
A Linux daemon that multiplexes SSH and HTTP/HTTPS traffic on a single port, enabling SSH access through firewalls that only allow web traffic.
What is sshttp?
sshttp is a Linux-based daemon that multiplexes SSH and HTTP/HTTPS traffic on a single port, allowing SSH access through firewalls that only permit web traffic. It acts as a layer-5 switch, inspecting incoming connections and routing them to the appropriate backend service (SSH or web server) without requiring changes to client or server software.
System administrators and network engineers who need to provide SSH access to servers behind restrictive firewalls that only allow HTTP/HTTPS traffic, particularly in DMZ or internal network environments.
Developers choose sshttp because it provides a transparent, high-performance solution for bypassing firewall restrictions without modifying existing infrastructure, using Linux-specific optimizations for efficiency and supporting advanced features like SNI-based routing and multi-core processing.
Overview
SSH/HTTP(S) multiplexer. Run a webserver and a sshd on the same port w/o changes.
Use Cases
Best For
- Providing SSH access to servers behind firewalls that only allow port 80/443
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