Identity-Aware Access
vs. Port-Forwarding
Port forwarding creates a better connection for attackers. Agilicus AnyX replaces the need for open ports entirely.
Discover why identity-aware access beats unauthenticated port mapping for modern security.
The Fundamental Difference
The choice between Agilicus and Tailscale is a choice between Application Access and Network Connectivity.
Agilicus AnyX (Layer 7)
Understands Application layer like HTTP, VNC, SSH. Can block password stuffing, restrict specific URLs, and protect individual files. Users never touch the network.
Port Forwarding (Layer 4)
Exposes internal ports directly to the internet. Prone to scanners, automated attacks, and provides no identity verification.
Security Model Comparison
Agilicus User
HTTPS Only
→
App
Only
Public Internet
Open Port (e.g. 22, 443)
→
Direct Device
Access
*With port forwarding, if a bot scans the IP, they immediately reach the listening service (e.g. SSH, VNC). With Agilicus, they see nothing because the firewall has no inbound open ports.
Why Modern Teams Choose Agilicus
Compare capabilities side-by-side.
Feature
Agilicus AnyX
Tailscale
Authentication
Is identity verified before access?
Yes (Identity-First)
Strong multi-factor identity verified before routing
No (Implicit Trust)
Connection allowed immediately, relies on weak or no app auth
Attack Surface
Are services exposed to the public internet?
No (Invisible)
Outbound-only connections hide infrastructure
Yes (Exposed)
Open listening ports are visible to scanners and bots
Access Granularity
How specific is the access granted?
Per-URL & File (Layer 7)
Precise control over what the user can do
Per-Port (Layer 4)
Full access to anything listening on that port
Auditing & Visibility
Can you see who accessed what?
Audit Logs
Identity-attributed logs for all activity
None (Blind)
Only basic connection logs without user context
Policy Enforcement
Can you apply contextual rules?
Context-Aware
Policies based on user, device posture, and more
Static
Static routing rules with no dynamic context
Clientless Universal Access
Stop managing VPN clients. Agilicus AnyX works on any device with a browser—desktop, tablet, or phone.
- Ideal for contractors & BYOD
- No MDM required
- Zero friction onboarding
Granular Authorisation
Don’t just grant network access. Control exactly what users can do inside the application.
- Restrict specific URLs
- Control file share access
- Stop password stuffing attacks
Network Simplification
Solve the hardest networking problems without re-architecting your infrastructure.
- Outbound-only (Starlink/CGNAT)
- Overlapping IP support
- Multi-IdP Single Sign-On
Ready to move beyond the VPN?
Experience the security of an Identity-Aware Proxy, Zero Trust, Zero Compromises. No Clients to manage, no lateral movement to fear.