Caveats

• Key Security

  • Choose a strong passphrase.
  • Keep a backup copy of your secret key together with your revocation certificate in a secure place (fire safe or deposit box).
  • Consider setting suid(root) attribute on gpg binary (possible security risk).
  • Take caution when entering your passphrase if others are near.
  • Change your passphrase regularly, or as needed.
  • Do not tell anyone your passphrase!