kr
A deprecated CLI tool for SSH authentication and Git commit/tag signing using keys stored on a mobile device.
What is kr?
kr was a command-line tool that enabled SSH authentication and Git commit/tag signing using private keys stored on a paired mobile device via the Krypton app. It acted as an SSH agent to route authentication requests to the mobile app, ensuring keys never left the phone. The tool also provided a GPG interface for signing Git operations.
Developers and system administrators seeking enhanced security for SSH and Git operations by offloading private key storage to a mobile device.
It offered a unique mobile-first security model where private keys were isolated on the user's phone, reducing workstation exposure. The integration with SSH and Git provided a seamless workflow for secure authentication and code signing.
Overview
DEPRECATED A dev tool for SSH auth + Git commit/tag signing using a key stored in Krypton.
Use Cases
Best For
- Securing SSH logins with mobile-based key approval
- Signing Git commits and tags without local key storage
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