Removing the Passphrase from an Apache SSL Key
A passphrase is a string of characters or other language used to restrict access to a computer system, application, or piece of data. It functions similarly to a password, except from a security standpoint, they are lengthier. Therefore, most webmasters employ a passphrase for an Apache SSL key since they prioritize security. However, keep in mind that you must manually input the key each time you launch Apache.
Therefore, a lot of individuals only want to delete the passphrase from the Apache SSL key and do away with this process. If this is something you would also like to accomplish, then proceed as follows:
First of all, for every activity that you perform over the server, make sure you back it up using the command –
cp -rp www.key www.key.original
now, proceed further, by un-encrypting the key first, that you have opened. Make sure you know the passphrase before initiating the process.
Then run the command :
openssl rsa -in www.key -out new.key
Now copy the new.key file and restart Apache. Following these steps correctly will help you and would not again ask to enter the passphrase.
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