openssh ☆
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Description:
OpenBSD freely-licensed SSH connectivity tools
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 10.2p1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: ssh encryption networking security remote-access
Install: brew install openssh
About:
OpenSSH is a suite of secure networking utilities based on the SSH protocol, implementing the latest security standards for encrypted network communications. It includes tools for secure remote login (ssh), file transfer (sftp/scp), and key management, providing robust protection against eavesdropping, connection hijacking, and other attacks.
Key Features:
  • Strong encryption for all network traffic
  • Public key authentication for passwordless logins
  • Port forwarding and tunneling capabilities
  • Secure file transfer with scp and sftp
  • Agent forwarding for single sign-on
Use Cases:
  • Secure remote server administration and shell access
  • Automated secure file transfers between systems
  • Tunneling insecure protocols through encrypted channels
Alternatives:
  • Dropbear – Lightweight SSH implementation for embedded systems
  • Mosh – Mobile shell with roaming and intermittent connectivity support
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Oct 9, 2025 3:10pm 10.1p1 1 VERSION_BUMP 006a9b0c
Oct 9, 2025 1:37pm 10.1p1 1 VERSION_BUMP be6fe82f
Oct 3, 2025 1:41pm 10.0p2 3 VERSION_BUMP 35e14332
Oct 1, 2025 1:35pm 10.0p2 2 VERSION_BUMP 546a9920
Sep 20, 2024 10:51pm 9.9p1 0 VERSION_BUMP 8553afbb
Sep 20, 2024 3:08pm 9.9p1 0 VERSION_BUMP 953ed6d5
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