sshnet / sshnet/SSH.NET

Use X509Certificate2 AuthenticationMethod

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Description

Is it possible tu use the X509Certificate2 object as a PrivateKey of AuthenticationMethod?

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Research direction

The issue concerns using a .NET X509Certificate2 object as the private key of AuthenticationMethod. Start by locating AuthenticationMethod and reviewing how certificate-backed private keys are represented; the work is done when the supported behavior and its expected authentication path are defined and verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
authentication, security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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