How to change SSH keys

The SSH key periodically change, is the process of regularly changing the keys used for authentication on a remote system. This method entails creating a new key pair, updating it, and then updating the public key on all devices that can authenticate with the private key.

When senhasegura generates a new key pair, it keeps the private key exclusively while sending the public key to the respective devices.

The process for SSH key maintenance is similar to that outlined for changing passwords, with some differences in the screens and menus utilized. SSH keys, in addition to user and password credentials, must be connected to the respective devices.

Requirements

• The Pam user permission in senhasegura.
• Have the contents of the public key in the authorized_keys of the user's .ssh directory.
• Enable ssh key login on the device.

Ho to set up SSH keys' change

For more information about the SSH key change, reach out the How to setup up a credential in senhasegura and Generate an SSH key documentation. Afterward, add the following data:

In the Additional Settings tab

1. In the Credential owner field, you can define whether that credential will have an owner. If so, you should select the user from the dropdown menu.
2. In the SSH key renewal configuration session:
   2.1. By checking the Enable automatic change field, you enable automatic key exchange. If you enable this field, you should indicate whether this procedure will be done using the same key or another. If you use the same key, select Use the key itself to connect. Otherwise, select the corresponding user from the Credential or SSH key for authentication dropdown menu.

In the Devices tab

Indicate the target devices on which you want to use your SSH key for authentication.

To finish ans save, click the Save button.

Next

1. Request a password change.

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