Configuring SSH

In order to improve effeciency and still keepping high levels of security we recommend INCD users the following ssh configurations at their local workstation (PC or laptop desktop)

Enabling SSH agents and forwarding

Edit the ssh configue 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 in multiple OS can be found here SSH Forwarding guide