SSH Communications Security

SSH Communications Security develops software for securing access to critical systems and protecting encrypted connections. The company was founded by Tatu Ylönen, who created the Secure Shell protocol in 1995.

What SSH Communications Security offers

• PrivX — privileged access management that replaces stored keys and passwords with short-lived, certificate-based access.
• Zero trust access control — every connection is verified and limited in time, with no standing privileges.
• Access for machines and AI — one model covering workloads, developers, automation and AI agents.
• NQX and quantum readiness — quantum-safe encrypted links between sites.
• Secure Shell management — deployment and governance of SSH keys across large estates.

Who it works with

Technology-driven companies whose software and infrastructure change often, including finance and large online retail. Analyst firm KuppingerCole has profiled the company in its access management and secrets management reports.

Key facts

• Founder: Tatu Ylönen
• Origin: Secure Shell protocol, 1995
• Customers: over 3,000 worldwide, per the company