ssh_config Alternatives
Safer and better-maintained options, ranked by Nerq Trust Score. Updated 2026-10-05.
ssh_config has a Nerq Trust Score of 48 (D). A small package to parse OpenBSD ssh_config config files The motivation for this crate is that libssh2 does not have a ssh_config parser, and there aren't any decent bindings to libssh.
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FAQ
What are the best alternatives to ssh_config?
The top alternatives based on Nerq Trust Score are listed above, all independently evaluated for security and reliability.
Is it safe to switch from ssh_config?
Check each alternative's safety report by clicking its name. Trust scores above 70 indicate strong reliability.
How does Nerq rank ssh_config alternatives?
Alternatives are ranked by Trust Score v2, combining security, maintenance, documentation, and community signals.