Building a Production-Grade Private EKS Cluster with OpenVPN, Prometheus & Grafana Step-by-step guide to deploying a private Amazon EKS cluster with zero public API exposure,...

✍️ New blog post by Asmaa Elalfy

Building a Production-Grade Private EKS Cluster with OpenVPN, Prometheus & Grafana

#devops #aws #eks #kubernetes

Anyone who had any speed issues with OpenVPN should try again with DCO 🙂

How to Create a Self-Hosted OpenVPN Server on Raspberry Pi or VPS for Under $5/Month The video demonstrates how to set up a self-hosted VPN server using **OpenVPN** on a **Raspberry Pi** (models 3, 4, or 5) or a **VPS** for less than $5 per month. OpenVPN is chosen for its reliability and support of **TCP/UDP** protocols, making it suitable for professional environments. The tutorial covers installing **Ubuntu 24.04** (without a graphical interface) on a microSD card, configuring SSH access, and verifying the public IP address (via `curl ifconfig.me`) to bypass **CGNAT** restrictions. Installing **OpenVPN Access Server** requires a free account and activation key (limited to 2 devices). The setup includes defining a static IP, enabling the **UFW** firewall (ports **1194/UDP** and **443/TCP**), and configuring port forwarding on the router. Admin access (**port 943**) is restricted to the LAN. A **DuckDNS** script is used to manage public IP changes. VPN clients are configured via downloadable profiles, with optional **MFA** authentication. The video notes that this solution does not bypass geo-restrictions.

📌 How to Create a Self-Hosted OpenVPN Server on Raspberry Pi or VPS for Under $5/Month www.cyberhub.blog/article/19156-how-to-cre...

Cybersecurity in the Quantum Age | OpenVPN Blog How do we protect our data in the face of harvest-now, decrypt later attacks bent on using quantum computers to break our encryptions?

Quantum threats are already here. Hackers can grab encrypted data now and wait for quantum power to break it later.

OpenVPN is building quantum-safe protections for the future.

🔐 blog.openvpn.net/quantum-safe...

This Week in Cybersecurity: AI Hacks AI Cyber-risk is evolving fast — from AI-enabled intrusions to high-stakes supply chain exposure. Here’s what’s made headlines over the past week.

This week’s cybersecurity roundup is live — quick highlights, big stories, and what to watch. 👀

Read here: blog.openvpn.net/this-week-in...

Cloud complexity is growing fast — especially for small IT teams. Our new guide, Cloud Security Architecture: A Guide for IT Teams, breaks down the core pieces of a strong cloud security architecture and how to put them into practice.

Read it here: blog.openvpn.net/cloud-securi...

This Week in Cybersecurity: October 10 Here's what you missed this week in the world of online security.

Discord ID breach, Qantas under extortion — this week’s cyber threats expose the power (and risk) of third parties. 👉 blog.openvpn.net/this-week-in...

Zero Trust with Microsoft Entra ID | OpenVPN Together, OpenVPN and Entra ID help IT teams implement ZTNA without adding unnecessary complexity.

Zero trust isn’t the opposite of the VPN — it depends on identity-first access control. Learn how Microsoft Entra ID + OpenVPN can help you build a security posture where "never trust, always verify" isn’t just a motto but a practice. blog.openvpn.net/zero-trust-w...

This Weekend in Cybersecurity: Breaches and Ransomware As we step into a new week, a few important cybersecurity developments broke over the weekend of Sept. 26 through 29.

Ransomware, data leaks, and reputational risk — see what you might’ve missed this weekend in cyber: blog.openvpn.net/this-weekend...

This Weekend in Cybersecurity: Breaches and Ransomware As we step into a new week, a few important cybersecurity developments broke over the weekend of Sept. 26 through 29.

🚨 Cisco ASA zero-days exploited; transit, retail & local gov hit by breaches 🔒 Full weekend recap: blog.openvpn.net/this-weekend... #cybersecurity #securitynews

This Week in Cybersecurity: Cisco Alerts, Nursery Hacks, and Supply-Chain Fallout Cyber threats continue to accelerate—this week brought major alerts from U.S. federal agencies, distressing data breaches among childcare providers, and renewed attention on supply-chain exposure.

Cisco firewalls under threat + nursery data breach + supply-chain ripple effects. Weekly cybersecurity news roundup 👉 blog.openvpn.net/this-week-in-cybersecurity-cisco-alerts-nursery-hacks-and-supply-chain-fallout

Heading to #BHUSA? Stop by booth 6043 to learn about how OpenVPN makes a Zero Trust VPN possible. Sweet swag, LEGO, and you can enter to win a LEGO Artemis! Simply book a demo at Black Hat here: openv.pn/Black-Hat-25

Our new alliance with Ingram Micro means more resources, support, and global reach for OpenVPN partners. It’s a win-win for the channel — and for secure connectivity.

Read the full story: blog.openvpn.net/ingram-micro...

#PartnerNetwork #OpenVPN #NetworkSecurity

🚀 Partner Spotlight: OpenVPN and @zededa.bsky.social have joined forces to deliver secure, scalable access at the edge. Discover how edge computing and Zero Trust go hand in hand.

🔗 Read the full story: blog.openvpn.net/partner-spot...

#ZeroTrust #EdgeComputing #ZTNA #Cybersecurity #ZEDEDA

🔒 Ready to strengthen your Zero Trust strategy?

Join our free webinar, and discover how Access Server helps you modernize VPN access, verify devices, and stay compliant.

📅 June 24 | 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET

🎥 Includes live demo + replay!

👉 Save your seat: hs.openvpn.net/webinar-secu...

New Research from OpenVPN and Enterprise Strategy Group Find 71% of SMBs Use a VPN TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG), a leading IT analyst, research, and strategy firm, and OpenVPN announced the publication of their research study, "Secure Access Technology Trends."

🔍 New research from Enterprise Strategy Group + OpenVPN shows a surprising truth: most orgs still rely on VPNs for remote access, but few feel fully protected.

The gap between usage & security confidence? Bigger than you’d think.

Dive into the findings: blog.openvpn.net/new-research...

#ZeroTrust

How can our Zero Trust VPN give your organization the protection it deserves? We're at RSA Conference this week and would love to share more! Stop by booth #6572 to chat with our team. Or book a 1:1 meeting for exclusive service: hs.openvpn.net/rsac-2025

See you soon!

#ZeroTrustVPN #RSAC25

How Cloud Networking Impacts IT Teams | OpenVPN Cloud networks have changed how we all work. Understand cloud networks, their benefits, and innovative solutions to help IT teams proactively manage them.

Cloud networking = the new backbone of IT. Fewer appliances, more flexibility, zero excuses for downtime. 🛡️🌐 Get the full scoop in @OpenVPN’s latest post: blog.openvpn.net/how-cloud-ne...

#cloud #infosec #tech

RSAC 2025 kicks off on Monday in San Francisco! 🎉 Stop by booth #6572 to say hi, swap stories, and see what OpenVPN can do for your organization.

(Spoiler alert: our Zero Trust VPN is a big deal; don't miss it. 📣)

Details here: hs.openvpn.net/rsac-2025

👋 See you next week!

#ZeroTrustVPN #RSAC25

The internet is full of clickbait about VPNs and network security. To explore what businesses are really looking for in network security, OpenVPN has partnered with Enterprise Strategy Group to create a research report full of insights your business can actually use: hs.openvpn.net/research-ope...

Leadership In Cybersecurity Disruption: Turning Emerging Threats Into Competitive Opportunities In the face of rising cyber threats, CEOs who view disruption as an opportunity rather than a setback position their organizations for long-term success.

Cyber threats are rising—but so are the opportunities. OpenVPN CEO Francis Dinha shares how leaders can turn disruption into competitive advantage in his latest @forbes.com piece.

#Cybersecurity #Leadership #OpenVPN

OpenVPN Sweeps the Spring 2025 G2 Awards! OpenVPN is pleased to share another season of recognition based on reviews from real users of both Access Server and CloudConnexa through the highly-trusted G2 marketplace.

G2 users are thrilled with their OpenVPN experience, and these Spring 2025 G2 Awards prove it! 🏆 This recognition echoes what our nearly 20,000 business customers already know: OpenVPN is a Leader on multiple fronts.

🎉 Thank YOU!

See the full list of honors here: blog.openvpn.net/openvpn-g2-s...

I think you'd be surprised, that's definitely something others in the space like to say :) Would love a chance to prove otherwise. Let me know if I can get you on a with an engineer to answer any questions and show off how fast and modern our solution is! -Adam

OpenVPN at 30,000 feet! Smart workaround :)

Glad to hear that. And port forwarding/opening up ports can always be a hassle 🥲

If you run into any issues, let me know - happy to get you help from the team here. Ping me at adam.bullock@openvpn.com.

It is definitely a process 😆 And kudos to you.

Sounds good. Feel free to @ us if you need anything, happy to help.

Don't listen to all the hype - we've been working on performance updates for years!

Any feedback you want me to share with the team?

AND they got a win (they've been doing that a lot this season). Glad to be of service!

Enjoyed reading through your journey of discovering OpenVPN, and glad it's working well for you!

Not bad at all! Run into any hiccups along the way?