Understanding the difference between root certificates and intermediate certificates is essential for securing online communications. These two types of digital certificates, along with SSL certificates, form the backbone of secure web browsing, enabling encrypted data transfer and establishing trust between servers and users. But what exactly sets them apart? Root certificates serve as the ultimate […]
Proper SSL implementation is crucial to a website’s security and success. And, with so many web owners learning about SSL for the first time, it’s essential to equip them with all the necessary tools and utilities. One such tool is OpenSSL. So, what is OpenSSL, and why is it so important? The following guide covers […]
This quick guide answers one of the most common questions during Domain Control Validation (DCV): what is the .well-known folder? You will also learn how to create the .well-known folder on your server and why you need it in the first place.
Understanding the difference between SSL and TLS is crucial for anyone concerned with internet security. Both protocols are designed to safeguard online communications, but TLS has emerged as the more secure and modern alternative to SSL. While SSL once protected data exchanges, its vulnerabilities led to the development of TLS, which now powers most HTTPS […]
OV Code Signing certificates are to software developers like SSL certificates are to a website. Without them, the publisher remains unknown, while the code is highly susceptible to cyber-attacks. As is with any PKI product, protecting Code signing keys is essential. But just like with regular SSL certs, sometimes the keys fall into the wrong […]
Root SSL certificates are at the core of the SSL chain of trust. Certificate Authorities use them to issue server certificates to end-users. Browsers and apps include root certs in their installation pack and can swiftly revoke them during security incidents. CAs replace root certificates well in advance before they expire. Certificate Authorities store the […]
Sectigo and DigiCert are two standout SSL brands that top the market share for commercial Certificate Authorities. Both offer full-fledged encryption solutions and a wide range of products to meet different needs. While DigiCert focuses exclusively on the high-assurance market, Sectigo has an SSL certificate for everyone, regardless of size, niche, and budget. New SSL […]
Apple and Meta are two companies you least expect to be scammed. But it’s not the first time Big Tech giants are making the headlines for the wrong reasons. This time, hackers pretending to be law enforcement officials obtained customer data from the two powerhouses. The same group has also targeted Snap Inc and the […]
If you manage a website or server, checking your SSL/TLS certificate regularly is one of those tasks you can’t afford to skip. An expired or misconfigured certificate means browser warnings, broken trust, and potential downtime. OpenSSL — the open-source command-line toolkit used on virtually every Linux distribution, macOS system, and available on Windows — gives […]
At the dawn of the 21st century, businesses and customers couldn’t always establish the legal identity of parent companies because there wasn’t a universal code identifying each legal entity. The lack of such an identifier led to many frauds that culminated in the 2008 market crash. When the dust settled, G20 introduced the concept of […]
