One-command agent installation
A one-command agent deployment applies the service to eligible Linux VPS hosts, reducing the setup steps required to enroll a server.
LTH Shield
LTH Shield is a self-serve service for hardening supported Linux VPS hosts, managing alerts in a portal, and adding Snort AI IPS on Pro and Shield plans. It is aimed at small teams and supports Ubuntu 20.04/22.04/24.04 LTS and Debian 11/12.
Linux VPS hardening and intrusion prevention
LTH Shield is a self-serve control plane for hardening Linux VPS hosts and managing security alerts. It is intended for small teams that need a repeatable server-security workflow without an enterprise-oriented pricing model. The agent installs with a one-line command, after which enrolled hosts can be managed through the portal.
All plans include base hardening and alerts. Pro and Shield add Snort AI IPS with learning, rules, whitelist, and block functions. The service currently targets Debian-family Linux distributions and requires root or sudo access, systemd, and outbound HTTPS connectivity to the LTH Shield API.
Core capabilities
Linux VPS hardening
Base hardening is included in every listed plan, with fail2ban and UFW among the apt packages used by the agent.
Portal-based alerts and host management
The portal provides a place to manage enrolled hosts and review security alerts rather than relying only on local server access.
Snort AI IPS
Pro and Shield plans add Snort AI IPS, including learning, rules, whitelist, and block capabilities.
Self-serve control plane
The service is designed for self-serve deployment and administration, with plans organized by the number of enrolled hosts.
Practical use cases
Secure a small VPS deployment
A small team can enroll a supported VPS with a short installation process and use the portal to review alerts without building a separate hardening workflow.
Manage multiple hosts
Teams operating several Linux VPS hosts can select a host-count plan and keep enrollment and alert review in one control plane.
Add IPS to server protection
Organizations that need intrusion prevention in addition to base hardening can use Pro or Shield for Snort AI IPS learning, rules, whitelists, and blocks.
Plan a larger rollout
A deployment that exceeds the standard 40-host limit can be scoped through the custom plan route, with custom host limits and IPS options discussed with support.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- One-command installation for supported Linux VPS hosts.
- Central portal for enrolled hosts and alerts.
- Base hardening is available on every listed plan.
- Pro and Shield include Snort AI IPS features such as learning, rules, whitelisting, and blocking.
- A 7-day free trial is available before selecting a plan.
Cons
- Support is currently limited to Ubuntu 20.04/22.04/24.04 LTS and Debian 11/12; several RHEL-family and cloud Linux distributions are not supported yet.
- Snort AI IPS is limited to the Pro and Shield plans.
- Hosts require root or sudo access, systemd, and outbound HTTPS access to the LTH Shield API.
FAQ
How is LTH Shield installed?
The agent installs with a one-line command. The host must run a supported Debian-family distribution, have root or sudo access, use systemd, and allow outbound HTTPS access to the LTH Shield API.
Which operating systems are supported?
LTH Shield currently supports Ubuntu 20.04, 22.04, and 24.04 LTS, plus Debian 11 and 12. RHEL, CentOS, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Fedora, and Amazon Linux are not currently supported.
What does the agent install on a server?
The agent uses apt packages including Python 3, fail2ban, and UFW. Snort is installed when available for Pro and Shield plans that include IPS.
How does the free trial and enrollment process work?
A 7-day free trial is available. After verifying an email address, users choose a plan, enroll hosts, and manage hardening and alerts from the portal.
How many hosts can each plan manage?
Solo, Plus, Pro, and Shield plans support 1, 5, 15, and 40 hosts respectively. Custom plans are available for 41 or more hosts or for a custom rollout; the site directs users to [email protected] for those requirements.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Linux server security
- Platform
- Ubuntu 20.04/22.04/24.04 LTS and Debian 11/12
- Primary users
- Small teams managing Linux VPS hosts
- Deployment
- One-line agent installation
- Host plans
- 1, 5, 15, or 40 hosts; custom options for 41+ hosts
- Pricing currency
- CAD per month
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