Sunday, June 29, 2008

Creating a Welcome message for SSH logins

First off login to our server as root. Then type in the following:
pico /etc/motd

Now type in the security login message you wish all users to see once they login to your server through SSH.

Try something like this as a start:

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This computer system is for authorized users only. All activity is logged and
regulary checked by systems personal. Individuals using this system without
authority or in excess of their authority are subject to having all their
services revoked. Any illegal services run by user or attempts to take down
this server or its services will be reported to local law enforcement, and
said user will be punished to the full extent of the law. Anyone using this
system consents to these terms.
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