How to Secure and Harden OpenSSH Server | Linux Today

How to Secure and Harden OpenSSH Server

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Jul 7, 2020

By default, SSH requires users to provide their passwords when logging in. But here’s the thing: hackers can guess passwords or even perform a brute force attack using special hacking tools and gain access to your system. To be on the safe side, the use of SSH passwordless authentication is highly encouraged.

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