Troubleshooting SSH Permission Denied Error with FileZilla

When connecting to an SFTP server via SSH, it's not uncommon to encounter permission denied errors. This can be frustrating, especially when you're sure that your credentials are correct. In this article, we'll explore the issue of SSH permission denied error in FileZilla and provide some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the problem.

I recently experienced a similar issue where I was unable to connect to an SFTP server using the 'SSH Connection' node in FileZilla. Despite filling out all the necessary fields and double-checking my credentials, I kept getting a permission denied error message. To make matters more confusing, I tried connecting with another software (FileZilla) and it worked fine.

To troubleshoot this issue, I contacted our business partner to rule out any firewall or module-related blockages that might be preventing the connection. They assured me that there were no such restrictions in place, which led me to investigate further.

When I clicked on the 'Test Connection' button, the error message indicated that permission was denied. This prompted me to dig deeper into the issue and explore possible solutions.

In this case, it's essential to ensure that the SSH connection settings are correct, including the hostname, port number, username, and password. Additionally, verify that the SFTP server is configured to allow incoming connections and that there are no firewall rules blocking the connection.

If you're still experiencing permission denied errors after verifying these settings, you may need to check your local SSH configuration files to ensure that they are set up correctly. You can do this by running a command like `ssh -v` to troubleshoot any issues with your SSH client.

By following these troubleshooting steps and checking for common misconfigurations, you should be able to resolve the SSH permission denied error in FileZilla and successfully connect to your SFTP server.

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