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“” - maskedFlyX77 - 16-03-2025
Wow, thanks for all the awesome replies, everyone! I’ve been trying out some of the tips you guys shared, and it’s been super helpful. I switched to using certificates instead of pre-shared keys, and it feels way more secure.
I also checked out the StrongSwan wiki, and it’s been a game-changer for setting things up. One quick question though—anyone know if there’s a way to automate certificate renewal? I’m a bit worried about them expiring and breaking the connection.
Thanks again, you guys rock!
“” - SecureOrbit99 - 16-03-2025
IKEv2 is solid, but yeah, it can be a bit confusing at first. For *how to securely connect to an IKEv2 server*, I’d say:
- Use certificates for authentication.
- Stick to AES-256 encryption.
- Disable outdated protocols like SHA-1.
Also, check out the StrongSwan docs. They’re super helpful for setting things up.