How to fix Public key for wget-1.19.5-12.el8_10.x86_64.rpm is not installed

To fix the "Public key for wget-1.19.5-12.el8_10.x86_64.rpm is not installed" error when trying to install a package on AlmaLinux, you can follow these steps:

1. Verify the Configured GPG Key

First, make sure the GPG key configured on your system matches the key used for signing the packages. You can inspect the configured GPG key by:

2. Import the Correct GPG Key

If the key is not already imported or if there is a mismatch, you should import the correct GPG key. You can download the official AlmaLinux GPG key from their repository or import it directly if you know it's safe. To import the key, use:

Make sure the URL is the official source of the AlmaLinux GPG key. This action will add the key to your system's list of trusted keys.

3. Reattempt the Installation

Once the key is imported, try to install the wget package again:

4. Check RPM Signature Manually

If you continue to face issues, check the signature of the RPM manually to verify that the issue is indeed related to the GPG key:

 This command will give you detailed information about the signature of the package.

5. Temporarily Disable GPG Check (Not Recommended)

If you are certain of the integrity and source of the package but still encounter issues, you can temporarily disable GPG checks to install the package. This method should only be used if you completely trust the source, as it bypasses security measures:

6. Review GPG Key Configuration in DNF

Ensure that your DNF configuration is set to check GPG keys. Check or edit your DNF configuration in /etc/dnf/dnf.conf and make sure the following line is present and not commented:

This ensures that DNF checks the GPG signatures of packages before installing them.

Following these steps should help you resolve the GPG key issue with installing the wget package on AlmaLinux.

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