Installing SSH on Kali Linux and Ubuntu (22.04)

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SSH, or Secure Shell, is a cryptographic network protocol that is used to provide secure communication. It provides a secure channel over an insecure network in a client-server architecture, it enables users to log into another computer over a network, remotely control a system, and move files from one machine to another.

SSH is a vital tool for secure remote management of systems. Let’s get started with the installation guide.

Installing SSH on Kali Linux

Step 1: Update System Repositories

As a best practice, start by updating your system repositories to ensure you have access to the latest packages.

  1. Open your terminal.
  2. Type and execute: sudo apt-get update

Step 2: Install SSH

Kali Linux often includes SSH, but if not, it’s simple to install.

  1. In the terminal, run: sudo apt-get install openssh-server
  2. Enter your password when prompted.
  3. Once the installation is complete, start the SSH service with: sudo service ssh start

Step 3: Enabling SSH on Boot

To ensure SSH starts with your system, enable it to run at boot.

  • Type: sudo systemctl enable ssh

Step 4: Confirming SSH Status

Check that SSH is running correctly with:

  • sudo service ssh status

Installing SSH on Ubuntu (22.04)

Step 1: Update System Repositories

Like with Kali Linux, begin by updating your package repository in Ubuntu.

  1. Open a terminal.
  2. Enter: sudo apt update

Step 2: Install SSH

SSH is not typically pre-installed on Ubuntu, so you’ll need to install it.

  1. Run: sudo apt install openssh-server
  2. Enter your password if prompted.
  3. Start the SSH service: sudo service ssh start

Step 3: Enabling SSH on Boot

Enable SSH to automatically start with your system.

  • Use: sudo systemctl enable ssh

Step 4: Verifying SSH Service

Ensure SSH is running with:

  • sudo service ssh status

That is it, you are all done. Enjoy your SSH access.

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