Resolved server file access and SSH tunneling issues

  • Day: 2023-04-28
  • Time: 01:50 to 02:05
  • Project: Dev
  • Workspace: WP 2: Operational
  • Status: Completed
  • Priority: MEDIUM
  • Assignee: Matías Nehuen Iglesias
  • Tags: SSH, Troubleshooting, Server, Networking, Linux

Description

Session Goal

The session aimed to troubleshoot and resolve file access issues on a server, set up SSH tunneling for local website access, and address SSH connection problems.

Key Activities

  • Troubleshooting File Access: Diagnosed file access issues by checking network settings, file integrity, and dependencies.
  • SSH Tunneling Setup: Established an SSH tunnel to forward traffic from a local machine to a remote server, enabling local access to a hosted website.
  • SSH Command Execution: Provided and executed SSH commands for port forwarding, ensuring correct setup by replacing placeholders with user-specific information.
  • Troubleshooting SSH Connections: Addressed SSH connection issues by verifying SSH service status, security group settings, and local firewall configurations.
  • SSH Service Installation: Installed and started the OpenSSH server on a Linux machine, ensuring the SSH service was active.
  • Port Binding with Sudo: Resolved permission issues for binding commands to port 80 using ‘sudo’.

Achievements

  • Successfully diagnosed and resolved file access issues on the server.
  • Established a working SSH tunnel for local access to a remote website.
  • Resolved SSH connection issues, ensuring stable connectivity.

Pending Tasks

  • Monitor server access and SSH connections to ensure stability and address any future issues promptly.

Evidence

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