NVIDIA OpenShell
| Category | Agent runtime security & posture |
|---|---|
| Official site | www.nvidia.com/en-us/ai/openshell/ |
| Maker | NVIDIA |
| Ownership / acquisition | Not published / not yet verified |
| License model | Open source |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
| Public pricing | Free (open source) |
| Source code | NVIDIA/OpenShell |
| Last verified |
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Frequently asked questions
What is NVIDIA OpenShell?
NVIDIA OpenShell is an open-source agent runtime security and posture platform from NVIDIA, released under the Apache-2.0 license. Open-source runtime that runs each AI agent in its own sandbox with kernel-level isolation. A declarative YAML policy controls file access, system calls, network egress and credentials; agents never see real credentials, and every allow and deny decision is logged. Runs coding agents such as Claude Code, Codex and OpenCode. Noma Security's AI-DR integrates with it (Oct 21, 2026).
Is NVIDIA OpenShell open source?
Yes. NVIDIA OpenShell is open source under the Apache-2.0 license. Source code: github.com/NVIDIA/OpenShell.
How much does NVIDIA OpenShell cost?
Published pricing: Free (open source). Checked on October 22, 2026; confirm current prices on the official site.
Who makes NVIDIA OpenShell?
NVIDIA.
What are alternatives to NVIDIA OpenShell?
Other agent runtime security and posture platforms listed here include Pillar Security, Prisma AIRS, Cisco AI Defense, HiddenLayer and Zenity. See all 12 in Agent runtime security & posture.