ntpsec

Ntpsec is a secure implementation of the Network Time Protocol (NTP), designed to provide accurate time synchronization across computer networks. It is a fork of the original NTP project, which was created by David L. Mills in 1985. Ntpsec aims to address security vulnerabilities and improve the overall robustness of the NTP protocol. The project was initiated by a group of developers who were concerned about the lack of security features in the original NTP implementation.

Ntpsec includes several security enhancements, such as cryptographic authentication, which ensures that time information is received from trusted sources. This is achieved through the use of symmetric key cryptography, where both the client and server share a secret key. Additionally, ntpsec supports the use of public key cryptography, which allows for more flexible and scalable authentication mechanisms.

The software is designed to be compatible with the original NTP protocol, making it easy to integrate into existing networks. It supports a wide range of operating systems, including Linux, FreeBSD, and OpenBSD. Ntpsec is open-source software, released under the BSD license, which allows for free use, modification, and distribution.

Ntpsec is maintained by a community of developers who contribute to its development and maintenance. The project is hosted on GitHub, where users can report issues, request features, and contribute code. The development team is committed to ensuring the security and reliability of the software, and regularly releases updates to address any vulnerabilities or bugs that are discovered.