Sshwifty

Sshwifty is a web SSH and Telnet client that lets users connect to remote hosts directly from a browser. It runs as a lightweight server that provides a web UI and proxies terminal traffic to SSH/Telnet endpoints.

Key Features

• Browser-based terminal access for SSH and Telnet sessions
• Optional shared access password (“SharedKey”) to protect the web UI
• Configurable connection timeouts, heartbeat, and read/write throttling
• Remote presets (“Known remotes”) to predefine commonly used targets
• Optional SOCKS5 proxy support for outbound connections
• Server-side hook system (for example, pre-connection checks or policy enforcement)
• Runs as a single binary and is commonly deployed via Docker
• Optional built-in TLS configuration per listener

Use Cases

• Provide temporary browser access to SSH for admins, support, or on-call teams
• Centralize access to lab, network, or IoT devices where installing a client is inconvenient
• Offer controlled Telnet/SSH access behind a reverse proxy in restricted environments

Limitations and Considerations

• Preset data is delivered to clients without protection and should not contain secrets
• The hook system executes external processes and must be designed carefully to avoid security risks

Sshwifty is well-suited for exposing terminal access through a web interface while keeping deployment simple. With presets, access protection, and flexible configuration, it can fit both homelab and operational workflows.