What is the concept behind Smallstep SSH and how does it function? Smallstep SSH is a convenient solution for single sign-on SSH, eliminating the need for key management. It simplifies the process of using SSH certificates. Users begin by logging in through OAuth and receiving a personalized SSH certificate for the day, which is stored in memory. The identity provider user groups are automatically synchronized and used for SSH access control and compliance reporting. Smallstep SSH also prioritizes privacy, efficiently handling the revocation of user identities to restrict SSH access. The SSH user lifecycle management eliminates the need for adding or removing POSIX users and synchronizing static public key files across multiple hosts. Compliance features include comprehensive reporting and logging of user sessions, access to multiple hosts, and streamlined audits. The integration of SSH logins is seamless.
