3

I'm on a Win7 box connecting to a linux server.

From reading: http://winscp.net/eng/docs/faq_su it looks like I need to open my SCP connections as the particular user.

When I connect via SSH, I can use su and then see all the files I need on the system.

I would like to know if there is a program I can use that will allow me to connect via SSH and then open an SCP connection with those elevated privileges. I would prefer something with a GUI, such as WinSCP.

Improve this question
3
  • 1
    Root login is disabled? It might also help if you explain why you want to do this, maybe there are alternatives.
    – Daniel Beck ♦
    Apr 9, 2013 at 18:03
  • 1
    the very best answer is to make sure that the files you need are accessible to the user who needs them, eg you.
    – Frank Thomas
    Apr 9, 2013 at 18:09
  • @DanielBeck, yes root ssh is disabled by design, so I have to su after I connect. I will do as Frank suggests, if there is no way to do what I requested.
    – VenomFangs
    Apr 9, 2013 at 19:55

2 Answers 2

Reset to default
3

I believe that the exact link you have posted shows you how to "connect via SSH and then open an SCP connection with those elevated privileges".

I believe that there is no other/better way. Actually I do not know of any other file transfer client that allows this. And if there is, it can hardly do it other way.

Improve this answer
0

Allowing root logons directly via password is definitely a security risk. I'd say the best way is to use sudo.

Improve this answer

You must log in to answer this question.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged .