Hi Sterling.
I checked the man page and -Y is just -X with less security:
-X Enables X11 forwarding. This can also be specified on a
per-host basis in a configuration file. X11 forwarding should be enabled
with caution. Users with the ability to bypass file permissions on the
remote host (for the user's X authorization database) can access the
local X11 display through the forwarded connection. An attacker may
then be able to perform activities such as keystroke monitoring.
-Y Enables trusted X11 forwarding. Trusted X11 forwardings are not
subjected to the X11 SECURITY extension controls.
Nevertheless, same problem - it freezes after I type in my password.
Other ideas?
- Phil
Sterling Baker wrote:
I believe the use of '-X' has been depreciated. Try using '-Y' instead.
Sterling
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Sent: Wednesday, April 05, 2006 10:07 PM
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Subject: SSH X11 forwarding issues
Hi all. I just upgraded my Cygwin to the latest version and found a
rather interesting problem:
I can do the following command in the bash window with no problem:
ssh <username>@<server location>
it prompts me for my password and then takes me in from there.
--
However, if I:
startx
ssh -X <username>@server location>
It prompts me for my password and then hangs.
--
If I:
startxwin.bat
ssh -X <username>@server location>
same problem: It prompts me for my password and then hangs.
--
The only way I've successfully made a connection with X forwarding is:
startxwin.bat
Execute putty for windows with X11 forwarding enabled
Enter username and password
And I'm off and running...
Help?????
- Phil
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