cryptopp
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Description:
Free C++ class library of cryptographic schemes
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 8.9.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: cryptography security c++ library encryption
Install: brew install cryptopp
About:
Crypto++ is a comprehensive, free C++ class library for cryptographic algorithms and protocols. It provides implementations of symmetric and asymmetric ciphers, hashing functions, and other security primitives. The library is widely used for adding robust security features to C++ applications.
Key Features:
  • Supports AES, DES, RSA, and other major algorithms
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • High-performance implementation optimized for C++
  • Comprehensive suite including compression and error detection
Use Cases:
  • Securing application data with encryption
  • Implementing secure communication protocols
  • Verifying data integrity via hashing
  • Generating cryptographic keys
Alternatives:
  • OpenSSL – More complex API but includes networking protocols
  • libsodium – Modern, easier-to-use API with a focus on elliptic curve cryptography
License: LicenseRef-Homebrew-public-domain AND BSL-1.0
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 11, 2025 5:02am 8.9.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 2c201b74