MeshCentral
| MeshCentral | |
|---|---|
| Original author | Ylian Saint-Hilaire |
| Developers | Community contributors, Simon Smith (maintainer) |
| Release | 2007 (MeshCentral v1), June 16, 2017 (MeshCentral, current) |
| Stable release | 1.2.5
/ August 12, 2026[1] |
| Written in | Server: JavaScript (Node.js) MeshAgent: C, JavaScript (DukTape) |
| Operating system | Windows, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD (MeshAgent) Android (MeshCentral Agent for Android) |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
| Website | meshcentral |
| Repository | github |
MeshCentral is an open-source remote administration tool[2] originally developed by Yilan Saint-Hilaire. It provides remote control, hardware and software inventory, system monitoring, and background management including remote terminal and file management.[3] It can also integrate with Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) to provide out-of-band management.[4] Use cases include providing IT support and managed services. It can also be used for managing a set of devices in an Internet of things deployment.[5]
The open-source remote monitoring and management tool TacticalRMM uses MeshCentral to power its remote desktop, terminal, and file management features.
History
[edit]MeshCentral was originally designed in 2010. This version is now known as MeshCentral v1.[3] In 2017, MeshCentral was rewritten to make use of more modern technologies including Node.js, WebSockets, and WebRTC.[3] Until 2022, Intel was a significant sponsor of the MeshCentral project.[6]
Abuse by threat actors
[edit]Due to it being an open-source project, MeshCentral and its MeshAgent are occasionally abused by threat actors, including state-sponsored advanced persistent threats (APTs),[7] as a remote access trojan (RAT) or botnet.[8][9]
See also
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References
[edit]- ↑ "Release 1.2.5". GitHub. August 12, 2026. Retrieved 2026-09-23.
- ↑ Miller, Scott Alan (2022-03-03). Linux Administration Best Practices: Practical solutions to approaching the design and management of Linux systems. Packt Publishing Ltd. p. 331. ISBN 978-1-80056-576-0.
- 1 2 3 "Design and Architecture - MeshCentral Documentation". ylianst.github.io. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ↑ "Intel AMT - MeshCentral Documentation". ylianst.github.io. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ↑ Cheruvu, Sunil; Kumar, Anil; Smith, Ned; Wheeler, David M. (2019-08-13). "Device Management". Demystifying Internet of Things Security: Successful IoT Device/Edge and Platform Security Deployment. Apress. ISBN 978-1-4842-2896-8.
- ↑ Ylianst. "MeshCentral news, Sponsorship and Opportunities · Ylianst MeshCentral · Discussion #4795". GitHub. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ↑ "Iran-based Cyber Actors Enabling Ransomware Attacks on US Organizations | CISA". www.cisa.gov. 2024-08-28. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ↑ Baran, Guru (2025-05-15). "Hackers Disguised Remote Access Malware as Microsoft Edge service". Cyber Security News. Retrieved 2025-08-05.
- ↑ "Ukrainian Government Agencies Hit By Stealthy MeshAgent Malware Campaign". 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2025-08-05.