aws-keychain ☆

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Description:
Uses macOS keychain for storage of AWS credentials

Type: Formula | Latest Version: 3.0.0@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Security

Tags: aws keychain security credentials macos

Install: brew install aws-keychain

About:
aws-keychain is a command-line utility that securely manages AWS credentials by storing them in the macOS Keychain instead of plaintext files. It simplifies the process of switching between multiple AWS accounts by providing a secure interface for credential retrieval and session management. This enhances security posture for developers and DevOps engineers working with multiple AWS environments.

Key Features:

Secure storage of AWS credentials in macOS Keychain
Support for multiple AWS accounts and profiles
Seamless integration with standard AWS CLI tools
Simple command-line interface for credential management

Use Cases:

Managing credentials for multiple AWS accounts securely
Automating AWS access in CI/CD pipelines on macOS runners
Preventing accidental exposure of credentials via git or shared configs

Alternatives:

aws-vault – More feature-rich with support for multiple backends and role assumption, but more complex to configure.
aws-cli configure – Native AWS tool but stores credentials in plaintext files by default, less secure.

License: MIT

Bottles available for: all

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