Project Summary
NSH is a CLI intended for OpenBSD-based network appliances. It replaces ifconfig, sysctl and route with its own simple command language, and consolidates configuration for other daemons into one place, effectively replacing /etc/netstart and parts of /etc/rc for appliance-style usage.
NSH presents the user with a vaguely cisco-like interface with all configuration in one easy to read text list. It also gives the user access to system information and diagnostics. NSH replaces the userland commands which handle these functions, and talks directly to the OpenBSD kernel or control utility for daemon functionality.
In a Nutshell, nsh...
- ...
- ...
- ...
-
...
took an estimated 6 years of effort (COCOMO model)
starting with its first commit in February, 2003
ending with its most recent commit 4 months ago
Quick Reference
BSD 2-clause "Simplified" License
Permitted
Commercial Use
Modify
Distribute
Place Warranty
Forbidden
Hold Liable
Required
Include Copyright
Include License
These details are provided for information only. No information here is legal advice and should not be used as such.
Project Security
Vulnerabilities per Version ( last 10 releases )
There are no reported vulnerabilities
Project Vulnerability Report
Security Confidence Index
Vulnerability Exposure Index
Did You Know...
-
...
use of OSS increased in 65% of companies in 2016
-
...
learn about Open Hub updates and features on the Open Hub blog
-
...
there are over 3,000 projects on the Open Hub with security vulnerabilities reported against them
-
...
data presented on the Open Hub is available through our API
30 Day SummaryJul 28 2026 — Aug 27 2026
|
12 Month SummaryAug 27 2025 — Aug 27 2026
|
