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Host Identification Failed

This error signifies that the identification method used by the remote host computer does not match what was expected by the client.

A change in the host identification may be caused by one of the following reasons:

• The administrator of the remote host computer has changed the identification method.
• The administrator of the remote host computer has changed the IP address (or the host name) of the remote host.
• The administrator of the remote host computer has upgraded the system from Secure Shell version 1 server to Secure Shell version 2.
• An intruder is trying to pose as the remote host computer.

If you encounter this situation, do not proceed with the connection! First you should contact the system administrator of the remote host computer (preferably by phone) and check the reason for the failed identification. Only proceed with the connection when you are sure that the error is not caused by an intruder.