keybase / keybase/client

KBFS Keeps Requesting I Rekey

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Description

I have a number of devices connected to my account and I am asked on a regular basis to rekey using my paperkey on each device. I have done this but I keep getting asked to rekey. Not sure why the rekey doesn't appear to be working. Any assistance would be much appreciated! Thanks.

my log id: e1f5f13a80be26bd9ccf671c

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Start by reviewing the report and the logs associated with ID e1f5f13a80be26bd9ccf671c. Trace why KBFS continues requesting paperkey rekeying after it has been completed, then verify that the repeated requests stop on the affected devices.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go
Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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