Atsign announces NoPorts for secure OpenWrt device communication

Atsign announced that its NoPorts technology is now available for devices running OpenWrt, enabling secure peer-to-peer device communication and remote management. This development addresses challenges in restrictive Network environments, enhancing privacy and security for device manufacturers and customers.

NoPorts builds on Atsign's security approach by eliminating open ports and centralized servers, thus minimizing the exposure of devices to external attacks. This capability extends to a wider range of devices, including routers and Internet of Things (IoT) devices operating on the OpenWrt platform.

Colin Constable, CTO at Atsign, stated that embedding NoPorts into OpenWrt devices allows manufacturers to provide customers with secure access to their networks and devices. Constable noted its efficacy in environments where traditional configurations are inadequate, emphasizing that NoPorts is simpler and more secure than conventional methods, such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

The technology offers several benefits, including secure peer-to-peer communication without relying on open ports, remote management capabilities behind complex Network configurations, and enhanced security measures that protect against unauthorized access and external scans.

Constable highlighted that adopting NoPorts allows manufacturers to improve customer satisfaction by providing secure, private access to their devices, even in challenging Network conditions. This has implications for product security posture.

NoPorts leverages Atsign's atPlatform, which uses a peer-to-peer architecture to facilitate secure communication without the need for centralized servers or exposed ports. This enables efficient data exchange and connection integrity across diverse environments.

The announcement of NoPorts signals Atsign's commitment to providing secure solutions that enhance operational capacity while ensuring privacy in device communication.