Secretive 2.4.1

Free Download Max Goedjen Secretive is the latest standalone offline installer for macOS. It is an app for storing and managing SSH keys in the Secure Enclave.

Overview of Secretive for macOS

Store SSH keys in the Secure Enclave is an open-source tool designed to enhance the security of your SSH key management on macOS. By storing private keys in the Secure Enclave, the system ensures that they are never unprotected. This offers protection even if your Mac is compromised by malware or other threats, as the Secure Enclave is isolated and resistant to tampering.

A robust security mechanism that software-based solutions cannot match. In practical terms, this means that even if an attacker gains access to your macOS environment, the private SSH key used for authentication will remain locked away and inaccessible. With this tool, developers and anyone who uses SSH to authenticate with remote servers or services can have greater confidence in the security of their communications.

Features of Secretive for macOS

• Hardware-based Security: It stores SSH keys in the Secure Enclave, offering a high level of protection that software solutions can't match.
• Encryption: Keys stored in the Secure Enclave are encrypted, ensuring they are unreadable even if someone gains unauthorized access to your system.
• No Key Exposure: SSH private keys never leave the Secure Enclave, preventing them from being exposed to other applications or processes.
  Seamless Integration: The tool integrates smoothly with macOS's existing keychain, providing a simple, familiar experience for users.
• Passphrase Management: It supports passphrase management, allowing you to protect your keys with additional layers of security.
• Open Source: It is freely available for anyone to use and contribute to, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness.
• No Special Hardware Requirements: Secretive will work without any special hardware or configuration as long as you're using a Mac with a Secure Enclave.
• Compatibility: It is fully compatible with common SSH workflows, including the use of SSH agents and key-based authentication.
• Command-line Interface: The tool is designed with developers in mind and can be easily used via the command line, making it an excellent addition to your dev tools.
• Minimalistic Design: It keeps things lean, allowing users to set up and use the tool quickly without unnecessary complexity.

Technical Details and System Requirments

macOS 10.14 or later

FAQs

Q: Can I store multiple SSH keys?
A: It can store and manage multiple SSH keys for different purposes.

Q: Is it possible to use Secretive with other SSH tools?
A: It integrates smoothly with other SSH tools, so you can continue using your standard SSH workflow.

Q: How do I back up my SSH keys?
A: The keys stored in the Secure Enclave cannot be exported, but you can always add new keys to the system.

Q: Will It slow down my system?
A: It is lightweight and does not impact your system’s performance.