Troubleshooting User Password Denied for Chrome SSH Extension: A Tech Support Guide

Introduction

This tech support guide aims to help users who have encountered the "User Password Denied" error while trying to connect to their home PC using the Chrome SSH extension. This issue is common among beginners, especially when they start experimenting with their home PC, running Debian Bookworm, for the first time.

Understanding the Error

The "User Password Denied" error occurs when the username and password provided during the SSH connection attempt are incorrect. The Chrome SSH extension requires valid authentication credentials to establish a secure connection between two devices. If the credentials are not accepted, the extension displays the error message.

Troubleshooting the Error

To troubleshoot the "User Password Denied" error, follow these steps:

1. Check the username and password:

   ssh @

2. If the username and password are correct, check the SSH configuration:

   vi /etc/ssh/sshd_config

   Make sure the following lines are uncommented:

   PasswordAuthentication yes PermitRootLogin no

3. Restart the SSH service:

   systemctl restart ssh

4. If the problem persists, try resetting the SSH password:

   sudo passwd root

   Enter a new password and confirm it.

Additional Resources

For further information on SSH and troubleshooting the "User Password Denied" error, refer to the following resources:

• Debian SSH Documentation
• SSH Password Authentication Failed