ssh2docker
A standalone SSH server that creates or joins Docker containers, providing secure shell access with dynamic configuration.
What is ssh2docker?
ssh2docker is a standalone SSH server designed to provide secure shell access directly into Docker containers. It acts as a gateway, allowing users to SSH into a host and be automatically placed into a new or existing Docker container based on configuration. This solves the problem of managing secure, isolated shell access for multiple users or services within a Dockerized environment without manual container entry.
DevOps engineers, system administrators, and developers managing Docker-based infrastructure who need to provide controlled SSH access to containers for debugging, maintenance, or operational tasks.
Developers choose ssh2docker for its simplicity and security—it leverages standard SSH for authentication and seamlessly integrates with Docker, eliminating the need for complex setups. Its unique selling point is the ability to dynamically create or join containers per SSH session with extensive configuration options, making it more flexible than basic Docker exec approaches.
Overview
:whale: standalone SSH server that connects you to your Docker containers
Use Cases
Best For
- Providing secure SSH access to Docker containers for multiple users
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