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-An SSH key is '''compromised''' when an unauthorized individual has gained access, or may have gained access, to the ''private key'' component of an SSH key pair.
+An SSH key is <b>compromised</b> when an unauthorized individual has gained access, or may have gained access, to the <i>private key</i> component of an SSH key pair.
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-This can occur through various means, such as ''improper key management, theft'', or a ''security breach''.
+This can occur through various means, such as <i>improper key management, theft</i>, or <i>security breach</i>.
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-When an SSH key is compromised it poses a significant security risk, as a malicious actor can use it to gain unauthorized access to systems and sensitive data.
+This poses a significant security risk, as a malicious actor can use it to gain unauthorized access to systems and sensitive data.
-To mitigate the risk associated with compromised SSH keys, the Digital Research Alliance of Canada maintains a '''Key Revocation List (KRL)'''.
+To mitigate the risk associated with compromised SSH keys, the Digital Research Alliance of Canada maintains a <b>Key Revocation List (KRL)</b>.
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-If you discover that your SSH key has been compromised, it is ''imperative'' that you take immediate action.
+If you discover that your SSH key has been compromised, it is <i>imperative</i> that you take immediate action.
 * Replace the compromised key with a new one to ensure that you can connect securely to Alliance services.
 * Remove the compromised key from ''all'' services (Alliance or other) to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches.