libkeccak ☆
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Description:
Keccak-family hashing library
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: cryptography hashing sha-3 keccak security library
Install: brew install libkeccak
About:
Libkeccak is a flexible and high-performance C library implementing the Keccak-family of cryptographic hash functions, including SHA-3 and SHAKE. It provides a low-level, state-of-the-art implementation suitable for integration into security-critical applications. Its main value is offering a reliable, dedicated solution for next-generation hashing needs beyond the standard SHA-2 algorithms.
Key Features:
  • Complete Keccak-family implementation (SHA-3, SHAKE, KangarooTwelve)
  • Flexible C API for low-level control and integration
  • Optimized for performance and security
  • No external dependencies
Use Cases:
  • Integrating SHA-3 hashing into C/C++ applications
  • Building custom cryptographic tools and protocols
  • Securing data with next-generation hash algorithms
Alternatives:
  • OpenSSL – OpenSSL is a massive cryptographic suite that includes SHA-3, while Libkeccak is a lightweight, dedicated library focused solely on the Keccak family.
  • libsodium – libsodium provides high-level cryptographic primitives but does not include the full Keccak-family hashing algorithms.
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 10:50am 0 VERSION_BUMP d3801f92
Oct 8, 2024 9:35pm 0 VERSION_BUMP b8907c47
Sep 14, 2024 10:22pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 0d70d316
Sep 11, 2024 6:27am 0 VERSION_BUMP 6a17f2de
Feb 16, 2023 1:33am 0 VERSION_BUMP cbec9b30
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