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securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions
From: Vicky Rode <aptgetd () gmail com>
Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 13:18:15 -0700
Hi, I'm looking at ways trying to secure communication channel (file transfer to be specific) which occurs between my master (ftp downloads)/slave (remote clients) FTP servers. Since this communication channel is in the clear which means anyone listening can acquire the login credentials. Not to mention man-in-the middle attack. I'm currently pondering using one of the following options and was wondering if anyone could provide their thoughts and feedback (pros/cons): (1) Secure FTP (SSL:FTPS) - Any pitfalls I need to be aware of from a setup/implementation standpoint? - How would the authentication to MySQL user database work? (2) Secure HTTP (https) - Any pitfalls I need to be aware of from a setup/implementation standpoint? - How would the authentication to MySQL user database work? (3) a. Scp: b. Sftp: Is it an interactive program? Does it provide non-interactive authentication? Any pointers will be greatly appreciated. regards, /vicky
Current thread:
- securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions Vicky Rode (Jun 27)
- Re: securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions Gustavo Paredes (Jun 28)
- Re: securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions Joel Merrick (Jun 28)
- Re: securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions Ansgar -59cobalt- Wiechers (Jun 28)
- Re: securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions Staff Netelion (Jun 28)
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- Re: securing communication channel (FTP) - Need Suggestions kurt (Jun 28)