jdnssec-tools ☆

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Description:
Java command-line tools for DNSSEC

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Security

Tags: dnssec dns security java cli

Install: brew install jdnssec-tools

About:
Jdnssec-tools is a suite of Java-based command-line utilities designed for managing and auditing DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) records. It provides essential functionality for generating and validating DS records from DNSKEYs, enabling secure delegation. The primary value is offering a reliable, platform-independent toolset for DNS operators to implement and maintain DNSSEC chains of trust.

Key Features:

Generates DS records from DNSKEY records
Validates DNSSEC signatures and chains
Java-based for cross-platform compatibility
Command-line interface for automation and scripting

Use Cases:

Generating DS records for domain delegation
Auditing DNSSEC configuration on authoritative servers
Validating trust chains during DNSSEC deployment

Alternatives:

dnssec-keygen – Part of BIND suite; Jdnssec-tools offers a lighter, Java-based alternative focused on key management.
OpenDNSSEC – A full signing daemon; Jdnssec-tools provides specific CLI utilities rather than a background service.

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