SSH Key Authentication: Replace Passwords with a More Secure Method

One of the biggest weaknesses in VPS security is using passwords for SSH authentication. Passwords can be guessed, stolen, or cracked through brute force attacks.

SSH Key Authentication is a safer solution because it uses a pair of keys: a public key (stored on the server) and a private key (only you possess).

Benefits of using SSH Keys:

• Resistant to brute force attacks
• Cannot be stolen like passwords
• Easier for automation
• Can be used with certificate-based authentication