OpenVPN Protocol
This page provides information on the OpenVPN Protocol detected by the Netify DPI engine. The protocol operates on TCP port 1194 and UDP port 1194, both officially registered with the IANA.
Protocol Description
OpenVPN is a virtual private network (VPN) protocol. The main implementation is developed under an open source license and is widely deployed. VPN clients are available for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS.
Please see the protocol catalog page for information on other protocols detected by Netify DPI.
Protocol Details
- ID
- 159
- Category Tag
- vpn
- Category
- VPN
- Introduced
- Version 2.88
Protocol Ports - RFC
- TCP 1194
- OpenVPN
- UDP 1194
- OpenVPN
Best Practices
VPNs can not only be used to connect remote locations, but also be used to bypass your firewall/DNS policies. Investigate any unauthorized use on your network.
Related Protocols
Review the VPN category suite below, or explore the complete protocol catalog.