Public Key Authentication

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Public key authentication is a process of information cryptography that involves the use of public and private keys.

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Background

Process

  • Generate a key pair on your computer
  • Copy and/or send your public key to the server or desired recipient of the messages
  • When authentication is required, a signature is generated using the private key
  • Server uses the public key to verify the signature and grant access

Benefits

Drawbacks

Public Key Algorithms

References

  • [1] - Using Public Key Authentication
  • [2] - Public Key Cryptography

See Also

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