TrustGateway

 

Definition

TrustGateway is the identity‑aware L4 trust router that forwards end‑to‑end encrypted DTL traffic for Trusted Remote users without terminating or decrypting packets.

 

Why It Matters

VPNs break encryption, flatten networks, and rely on weak identity checks. TrustGateway preserves end‑to‑end cryptographic trust while providing remote access with only a single exposed UDP/8476 surface.

 

How It Works

It validates DTL envelopes, strips only the outer UDP header, routes internal traffic, maintains identity→NAT affinity, and determines Trusted Remote state via On‑Net Beacon reachability—all without decryption.

 

Related Terms

DTL, Trusted Remote, TrustKey, VTZ, UTA

 

FAQ

Q: Is it a VPN?

A: It replaces VPNs without terminating encryption.

Q: Does it decrypt traffic?

A: Never.

Q: How does it determine remote state?

A: Via cryptographic On‑Net Beacon reachability.