SSH is a great protocol for managing your linux server remotely. However, with protocol that is open to the Internet, there are some basic steps you should take to secure your SSH. One of the most basic things to do, is change the default SSH port of your server. By default, the SSH port is generally 22. Most scanners on the Internet will attempt to guess passwords for common users while scanning port 22.
By simply changing your default port, you avoid detection in the first place, and thus inc...
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