openconnect ☆
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Description:
Open client for Cisco AnyConnect VPN
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: vpn cisco networking security cli
Install: brew install openconnect
About:
Openconnect is a high-performance VPN client designed to establish secure connections with Cisco AnyConnect, Olive Hill, and Pulse Secure VPN gateways. It functions as a replacement for Cisco's official client, offering open-source transparency and integration with standard Linux networking tools. The tool supports SSL/TLS encryption and DTLS for optimized performance.
Key Features:
  • Compatibility with Cisco AnyConnect, Pulse Secure, and GlobalProtect gateways
  • Support for SSL/TLS and DTLS protocols for secure, low-latency connections
  • Integration with standard system tools via the 'vpnc' compatibility layer
  • Lightweight, scriptable command-line interface
Use Cases:
  • Establishing secure remote access to corporate networks from Linux or macOS systems
  • Automating VPN connections in headless server environments or scripts
  • Replacing proprietary Cisco clients to maintain an open-source software stack
Alternatives:
  • Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client – The official proprietary client; OpenConnect serves as a free and open-source alternative.
  • vpnc – Legacy client for older Cisco IPSec VPNs; OpenConnect is used for newer SSL-based VPNs.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 16, 2025 9:18am 0 VERSION_BUMP dc20172e
Nov 26, 2024 9:54am 0 VERSION_BUMP 191bd68c
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