[PLUG] SSH Experts Here?

[Rich Shepard]

   I run only SSH2; version 1 is disabled. In the config files I specify that
pass phrases are to be requested first, and passwords only if [Enter] is
pressed at the first request. This used to work.

   It stopped working a long time ago and my sporatic research has not found
a reason. I've even sent e-mail to the supposed security gurus who write for
linux publications, but have not received a reply.

   Locally, using only a password is fine; we're behind the firewall and
communications is among local hosts. But, when I'm away from the office I'd
feel more comfortable typing my passphrase for access, especially on a
wireless public network (or, public wireless network).

   If you folks who deal with security have suggestions on how to debug this
situation, please let me know.

TIA,

Rich

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