Configuring SSH

• In order to simplify SSH access to remote hosts while keeping access secure we recommend INCD users to enable the forwarding of SSH credentials. This enables jumping across hosts without having to enter passwords or other credentials. The following SSH configurations should be entered in the local workstation (PC or laptop desktop) from which the remote INCD hosts are to be accessed.

Enabling SSH agents and forwarding

• Edit the local SSH config file

  $sudo vi /etc/ssh_config
  

• Enable the following options:

    Host *
     ForwardAgent yes
     ForwardX11 yes
     ForwardX11Trusted yes
     GSSAPIAuthentication yes
  

• Disclaimer: In some OS the ssh configuration file location may change please consult your OS for details.

• More information about SSH and forwarding can be found at SSH Forwarding guide