HTTP Web Proxy Connect Protocol

This page provides information on the HTTP Web Proxy Connect Protocol detected by the Netify DPI engine. The protocol primarily operates on 3 ports.

Protocol Description

The HTTP Web Proxy Connect protocol is used to tunnel HTTPS connections from a local client via a remote server.

Please see the protocol catalog page for information on other protocols detected by Netify DPI.

Protocol Details

ID
130
Full Name
HTTP Connect
Category Tag
proxy
Category
Proxy
Introduced
Version 2.88

Protocol Ports - Detected

TCP 80
Common
TCP 8081
Less Common
TCP 8080
Less Common

Best Practices

Proxies can be used to not only optimize network experience, but also bypass your firewall/DNS policies. Investigate any unauthorized use on your network.

Related Protocols

Review the Proxy category suite below, or explore the complete protocol catalog.