SSH into IoT Devices Behind a Firewall – How to Access Securely

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Accessing IoT devices behind a firewall can be tricky, especially when they’re on private networks. To SSH into such devices, you can use reverse SSH tunnels or VPN solutions like WireGuard or OpenVPN. Reverse SSH is effective—have the IoT device initiate a connection to a public server, allowing you to SSH through that tunnel. Alternatively, consider using services like ngrok or remote.it for simpler setups. Always ensure strong authentication and limit exposure to prevent unauthorized access. Anyone have preferred tools or setups for managing this securely? Let’s discuss! ssh iot behind firewall