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Subordinate CAs and Why You Might Need One

Learn about Subordinate Certificate Authorities (Sub-CAs), their crucial role in PKI infrastructure, key benefits for organizations, and implementation best practices for secure certificate management.

Install an SSL Certificate on a Tomcat or Java-based Web Server

How to install an SSL Certificate on a Java-based Web Server.

Understanding CAA Check Failures and How to Resolve Them

Overview Certification Authority Authorization (CAA) records allow domain owners to specify which Certificate Authorities (CAs) can issue TLS certificates for their domains. CAA mandates that

OCSP Stapling: Secure and Efficient Certificate Validation

Learn how OCSP stapling enhances SSL/TLS certificate validation by improving performance, privacy, and reliability, and discover how to implement it on your server.

How to Automate EV Code Signing With Signtool.exe or Certutil.exe Using eSigner CKA (Cloud Key Adapter)

eSigner CKA (Cloud Key Adapter) is a Windows based application that uses the CNG interface (KSP Key Service Provider) to allow tools such as certutil.exe

How to Install SSL.com eSigner Cloud Key Adapter (CKA)

eSigner CKA (Cloud Key Adapter) is a Windows based application that uses the CNG interface (KSP Key Service Provider) to allow various tools to use

Authenticating Users and IoT Devices with Mutual TLS

Learn how to implement mutual TLS (mTLS) authentication for securing user and IoT device connections. Includes step-by-step certificate setup, server configuration, client implementation, and troubleshooting guidelines.

Pharming Explained: How to Prevent DNS-Based Cyber Attacks

Pharming is a sophisticated cyberattack that exploits DNS vulnerabilities to redirect users to fraudulent websites. Learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to these DNS-based threats.

What Is the ACME Protocol?

Learn about the ACME protocol – an automated method for managing SSL/TLS certificate lifecycles. Discover how it streamlines certificate issuance, renewal, and improves website security through standardized automation.

SSL.com to Deprecate Domain Contact-Based Email Domain Control Validation on December 2, 2024

Starting December 2, 2024, the WHOIS-based email domain control validation (DCV) method to obtain SSL/TLS certificates will no longer be accepted by SSL.com. It has

How to Digitally Sign .app Files using eSigner CKA

A .app file is essentially a macOS application bundle. It’s a directory that contains all the necessary files for a macOS application to run, such

How to Digitally Sign a Hardware Lab Kit (HLK) file using eSigner CKA

Hardware Lab Kit is a tool to test and prepare a kernel mode driver for submission to Microsoft. Currently eSigner CKA also requires the HLKSigntool

How to Digitally Sign VBA Macros using eSigner CKA

eSigner CKA (Cloud Key Adapter) is a Windows application leveraging the CNG interface (KSP Key Service Provider), enabling tools like certutil.exe and signtool.exe to access

How to Digitally Sign vsix files using eSigner CKA

A .vsix file is a Visual Studio Extension Installer package used by Microsoft Visual Studio. It contains software that adds new functionality or extends existing

Private vs Public PKI: Building an Effective Plan

Learn how to build an effective private or public PKI plan, incorporating trends like post-quantum cryptography, PKI automation, and industry-specific considerations.

Digitally Sign a PDF on Adobe Acrobat Reader using eSigner CKA

Unlock seamless and secure digital document signing with the eSigner Cloud Key Adapter (CKA), an innovative Windows application designed to work effortlessly with leading platforms

Add Digital Signatures to Microsoft Office 365 Documents using eSigner CKA

Experience seamless and secure document signing with the eSigner Cloud Key Adapter (CKA), a powerful Windows application designed to integrate effortlessly with Microsoft-based programs. eSigner

How Simple Passwords and Employees Put Cybersecurity at Risk

Discover how simple passwords and employee negligence can jeopardize your organization’s cybersecurity, and learn practical steps to strengthen your defenses against cyber threats.

Comparing ECDSA vs RSA: A Simple Guide

Compare ECDSA and RSA cryptographic algorithms: key features, security, performance, and use cases. Learn when to choose each for digital signatures and encryption.

S/MIME Certificate Management with Microsoft Intune using SSL.com Azure Integration Tool

Introduction Microsoft Intune allows for the integration of imported PFX certificates, which are often used for S/MIME encryption in email profiles. Intune supports the import

Avoid Common HTTPS Errors: A Simple Guide

Quick guide to fixing common HTTPS errors. Learn to identify and resolve SSL/TLS issues for secure browsing and website management.

What is Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC)?

Elliptic Curve Cryptography explained: Efficient public-key encryption for modern cybersecurity, from web security to cryptocurrencies.

What is a Cryptographic Protocol?

Discover cryptographic protocols—rules ensuring secure communication and data protection online, including SSL/TLS, SSH, and more.

What is Public-Key Cryptography?

Learn about public-key cryptography, its applications in SSL/TLS, and how it secures digital communications. Explore algorithms, benefits, and future trends in online security.

What is HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)?

HSTS is a web security mechanism that forces browsers to use HTTPS connections with a website, protecting against downgrade attacks and enhancing overall security.

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