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Re:Security by obscurity is underrated by dylan604 on Friday September 11, 2020 @02:10PM (#24445601)
In other words, changing the default SSH port number is similar to using camouflage. It just helps hide that something is there, but it does nothing to improve the defense once spotted. However, if the majority of predators don't see you, then the rest of your defenses are needed at that time.
Re:Security by obscurity is underrated by ballenf on Friday September 11, 2020 @03:19PM (#24446354)
It's also an indication that there are no default passwords in use. So even if you know what port SSH lives on, there's a lower ROI to attacking it than a default port.