CompTIA Security+ Certification SY0-601: The Total Course - SSH Public Key Authentication Lab

The video tutorial explains public key authentication on a Linux host, focusing on setting up a Kali Linux virtual machine, starting the SSH service, and testing SSH connections. It covers generating a public and private key pair, copying the public key to the server, and testing public key authentication. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for each process, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of SSH and key management.

What is the purpose of public key authentication on a Linux host?

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Describe the process of generating a public and private key pair in Kali Linux.

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What command is used to start the SSH service in Kali Linux?

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Explain the significance of the 'authorized_keys' file in SSH public key authentication.

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What steps must be taken to copy the public key to the server?

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How does the SSH copy ID command function in the context of public key authentication?

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What happens when you successfully log in using public key authentication?

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