I want to compare the security of running my own:

  • Wireguard server
  • http proxy
  • socks5 proxy
  • Shadowsocks proxy

I currently port forward for wireguard, but would like some backups/alternatives, and censorship circumvention options. How risky or insecure are these protocols? Can I use them as normal VPNs into my homelab?

Any resources to research further?

Also: should I use my IP, or a domain? Which is better for censorship circumvention?

  • Natanael@slrpnk.netEnglish
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    4 days ago

    Wireguard is most reliable in terms of security. For censorship resistance, it’s all about tunneling it in a way that looks indistinguishable from normal traffic

    Domain or IP doesn’t make much of a difference. If somebody can block one they can block the other. The trick is not getting flagged. Domain does make it easier to administer though with stuff like dyndns

  • bigDottee@geekroom.techEnglish
    2·
    4 days ago

    I use both WireGuard and OpenVPN to vpn into my home network.

    However, it doesn’t matter whether you use a domain or just up… if you get blocked from accessing either / both … you’re screwed. 🤷🏼‍♂️