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Host key mismatch appears unexpectedly
Troubleshooting
Known Hosts Troubleshooting
Handle host key mismatch warnings safely.
Host key mismatch appears unexpectedly
Treat it as suspicious until verified
Confirm with server owner/admin out-of-band
Remove old key only after confirmation, then reconnect
Session Logs Troubleshooting
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