Encrypting File with passphrase

[Kumar, Vikash X]

Hi Team,

Could you please help me to understand the following query.

We are using gpg encryption method for encryption and decryption in our application. We have generated the keypairs on server A and public key is imported on server B also a passphrase say "Strange" was provided while generating the key.

Now I am trying to encrypt the file on server B using this public key, I am able to do so without any matter I pass the passphrase or not.

So my ask is, if a key pair is generated with passphrase it won't restrict the encryption incase incorrect passphrase or no passphrase is passed? Also I was able to encrypt the file on server B by providing any random passphrase, but decryption is possible with correct passphrase only.

Many Thanks for your help.


Regards,
Vikash Kumar

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