If you’re reading this blog post, you probably don’t need us to tell you how essential, widespread, and important the OpenSSL Library is. While our open source model means that everyone is freely able to use these tools, it also means we here at the OpenSSL Foundation don’t actually know all the great stories of how these tools are being used.
We’re looking for real stories of how the OpenSSL Library benefits your end users.
The OpenSSL Conference 2025 is extending its Call for Papers (CFP) deadline to June 22, 2025.
We understand that the best proposals often come from teams deep in the trenches of real-world security work. You now have additional time to craft and submit the talk, panel, or workshop that challenges assumptions, advances cryptographic innovation, drives and shapes the future of secure communications.
Pictured here from left to right: Štefan Kremeň (Support Manager), Peter Gutmann (cryptlib), Hana Andersen (Marcom Manager), Shayne Jones (cryptlib), Kajal Sapkota (MarCom Specialist), Kateřina Míčová (Business Admin), Daniela Kellnerová (MarCom Specialist), Norbert Pócs (Software Engineer), Tomáš Vávra (Engineering & Standards Mgr.), Anton Arapov (Operations Manager), Tim Hudson (Corporation President), Matt Caswell (Foundation President), Tomáš Mráz (Foundation Public Support and Security Manager), James Bourne (FireDaemon Technologies), Jaroslav Řezník (Red Hat), David Hook (Bouncy Castle), Billy Bob Brumley (RIT)
From May 14–16, the OpenSSL Corporation hosted a face-to-face working session in Brno, Czech Republic. The meeting was designed to bring together participants from the OpenSSL Projects and convene in an in-person meeting of the Corporation’s Business Advisory Committee (BAC). The OpenSSL Foundation was invited to join on Wednesday and Thursday in the broader conversations with the OpenSSL Projects.
This was the first time these groups gathered in person in this configuration. The sessions served as an opportunity to strengthen working relationships, align on shared priorities, and focus on strategic coordination across the ecosystem.
The OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation are launching the Distinguished Contributor Awards, a new programme formally recognising exceptional technical contributions to each OpenSSL Library release. These awards highlight individuals who drive critical advancements and demonstrate technical leadership in the evolution of the OpenSSL Library.
Dates: October 7–9, 2025 Location: Prague, Czech Republic Submission Deadline: May 31, 2025
The OpenSSL Conference 2025 is accepting proposals for talks, panels, and workshops. This inaugural event will bring together developers, researchers, security engineers, compliance professionals, and policy experts working across open-source and commercial domains. While the OpenSSL Library remains central to modern cryptography, this conference is designed to support the broader community in building secure systems and advancing internet trust.
We are looking for speakers who can share real-world experiences, technical innovations, and practical insights that contribute to the field of security and cryptographic infrastructure.
The OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation certify the results of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) elections. After a thorough nomination and voting process, the OpenSSL community has selected a group of distinguished individuals to provide guidance and advice to the OpenSSL Library.
The nomination period for the Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) has been extended. The new deadline is Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Take advantage of the extended timeline to submit thoughtful nominations — and play an active role in shaping the future of the OpenSSL Library. Your voice matters!
The final release of OpenSSL 3.5 is now live. We would like to thank all those who contributed to the OpenSSL 3.5 release, without whom the OpenSSL Library would not be possible.
The OpenSSL Corporation and the OpenSSL Foundation are pleased to announce the OpenSSL Conference 2025, taking place from October 7 to 9, 2025, in the historic city of Prague, Czech Republic. This premier event brings together a global community of cryptography experts, legal professionals, and open-source enthusiasts dedicated to advancing cryptography and secure communications for three days of in-depth discussions, insights, and networking.
On March 24 and 25, 2025, we hosted two live Q&A sessions to discuss the formation and role of the new Technical Advisory Committees (TACs) concerning the OpenSSL Library. These sessions featured:
These interactive webinars offered our community the opportunity to ask questions and better understand the purpose and structure of the TACs.