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SSH (Secure Shell) is a protocol that provides secure communication through encryption, authentication, and secure networking, primarily used for remote server login and command execution. It operates on a client-server model and supports various authentication methods, while also allowing secure file transfers and tunneling. SSH is preferred over older protocols like Telnet due to its encryption capabilities and has evolved since its creation in 1995, with SSH2 introduced in 2006 for enhanced security.

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Expanded SSH Lecture

SSH (Secure Shell) is a protocol that provides secure communication through encryption, authentication, and secure networking, primarily used for remote server login and command execution. It operates on a client-server model and supports various authentication methods, while also allowing secure file transfers and tunneling. SSH is preferred over older protocols like Telnet due to its encryption capabilities and has evolved since its creation in 1995, with SSH2 introduced in 2006 for enhanced security.

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What is SSH (Secure Shell)?

Lecture Overview
What SSH Provides
• Encryption: Ensures all communication is secure from unauthorized access.
• Authentication: Supports both passwords and key pair login methods.
• Secure Networking: Protects data over insecure or public networks.
Common SSH Uses
• Remote login to servers from anywhere securely.
• Execute remote commands as if on the local machine.
• Secure file transfers using scp or sftp.
• Manage routers, switches, and other devices securely.
• Automate system tasks using key-based authentication.
• Create secure tunnels to protect other protocols.
How SSH Works
• Based on a client-server model over TCP port 22.
• Client saves server's public key upon first connection.
• Supports multiple authentication methods:
- Username + Password
- Public/Private Key
- SSH Agent for key management (SSO)
SSH vs Other Protocols
• SSH vs Telnet: SSH is encrypted; Telnet sends data in plaintext.
• SSH vs TLS/SSL: SSH encrypts and authenticates both ends;
TLS usually authenticates the server only.
SSH Tunneling (Port Forwarding)
• Local Forwarding: Redirect local port to remote service.
• Remote Forwarding: Make local service accessible remotely.
• Dynamic Forwarding: Acts as secure SOCKS proxy for internet access.
SSH Security Practices
• Key management: Generate, rotate, and revoke keys securely.
• Never hardcode credentials in code or scripts.
• Review and clean known_hosts regularly.
• Use SSH2 (modern and secure); avoid SSH1 due to vulnerabilities.
SSH Tools and Commands
• ssh: Start an SSH session (e.g., ssh user@host)
• sshd: The SSH server daemon.
• scp / sftp: Tools for secure file transfer.
• ssh-keygen: Generates key pairs.
• ssh-agent + ssh-add: Manage and use keys securely.
• ssh-copy-id: Adds your public key to a remote host.
History of SSH
• Created in 1995 by Tatu Ylönen.
• Replaced insecure tools like Telnet, rlogin, rsh.
• SSH2 introduced in 2006 with better security and features.

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