authorized_keys
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authorized_keys
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Also known as: SSH authorized_keys, SSH public keys file
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
The authorized_keys file lists SSH public keys allowed to log into an account — a common persistence location for attackers.
Real-World Example
Finding an unfamiliar SSH key appended to ~/.ssh/authorized_keys after a compromise.
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