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How Bad Is a Leaked GitHub SSH Key?

Hussein Nasser via YouTube

Overview

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Explore the implications of GitHub's accidental exposure of their SSH RSA private key in this informative video. Delve into the details of what occurred, compare SSH and TLS authentication methods, and understand the SSH connection process. Analyze the severity of the GitHub leak, learn about recommended actions for users, and discover whether ECDSA is immune to similar vulnerabilities. Gain valuable insights into cybersecurity practices and the potential consequences of compromised SSH keys.

Syllabus

Intro
What happened?
SSH vs TLS Authentication
SSH Connect
How bad is the github leak?
What should you do?
Is ECDSA immune?

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Hussein Nasser

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