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Code Signing Certificate Validity Changes: What This Means For You
The maximum validity period for Code Signing Certificates is decreasing, but what does this mean for you? Discover more in our blog.
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What is Active Directory Certificate Services and Why Should I Use It?
February 20, 2020Active Directory is used by many organizations to manage their internal IT infrastructure. But did you know you can use it to provision and manage certificate lifecycle as well?
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What is the CCPA? An Overview of the California Consumer Protection Act
February 13, 2020The California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA) went into effect on January 1, 2020. This article will explain what the CCPA is, who it affects, and why compliance is critical for ALL organizations.
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SSL vs TLS - What's the Difference?
February 13, 2020What's the difference between SSL and TLS? And how do you know which one is right for you? Everything is explained in this blog.
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PSD2 Terms and Acronyms
February 11, 2020Keep reading to find out more about the latest directive affecting the security industry in the EU. For a quick list of all the abbreviations scroll down to the PSD2 Glossary at the end of the post.
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The GlobalSign 2019 PKI Survey – Results and Infographic
December 03, 2019GlobalSign conducted a survey earlier this year to better understand how, and why, companies are using Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) based certificates. Nearly 750 people participated in the survey,…
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e-Invoicing and the EU VAT Directive
May 22, 2019Following the EU Commission’s announcement on 18 April 2019, businesses may or may not be aware the e-invoicing Directive came into force...
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Smart Security for Smart Cities
March 15, 2019Smart Cities, made possible by the rapid advancement of connected devices, software systems and information communications technologies are helping in the urbanization
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An Introduction to Economic Risks by FinTech Companies
October 10, 2018FinTech companies bring a huge advantage to our financial landscape, but there are some challenges too. In this post, we discuss the economic risks with FinTech companies and how to mitigate them.
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What Are Subordinate CAs and Why Would You Want Your Own?
September 11, 2018What is an intermediate or subordinate CA? We take a look at this concept by looking at certificate hierarchy. You will also find out why companies set-up their own intermediate or subordinate CA.
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What is Social Engineering? The Human Confidence Game
August 15, 2018Those that social engineer are hackers, conducting phishing-like scams with the objective of gaining enough personal information through confidence-instilling questions and exchanges.
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What is Server Name Indication (SNI)?
June 01, 2018With the increase of HTTPS across the internet there comes many benefits, but there is also some challenges. For example, with HTTP sites, a server uses HTTP HOST headers to determine which HTTP…
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What's the difference between HTTP and HTTPS?
May 22, 2018Wait, are there really two of those? Casual users rarely notice them, but HTTP (or, http://) and HTTPS (https://) are both options for the start of a URL, showcasing an important difference in all…
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The Importance of Code Signing Redux
March 23, 2018What? Another blog about code signing? Due to a recent string of related hacking events, we thought it best to return to this topic and clear up some details that may have been unclear.
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Benefits of Multi-Factor Authentication Blog
November 24, 2017Why should you use multi-factor authentication? Negligent employees are still the no#1 cause of Data Breaches. Don't let poor password practices take down your business. Here's how MFA can save the…
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Digitally Signing in Adobe: Certifying vs Approval Signatures
October 06, 2017When adding a Digital Signature to an Adobe PDF, you have two options; digitally signing the document or certifying the document. We explain what each one is and how to apply it to your document…
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6 Types of SSL Certificates to Secure Your Website
June 21, 2022Security plays a significant role in every entrepreneur or company with a website in the online world. The escalating increase of online attacks is a dangerous threat to the thriving of every…
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Everything you need to know about Code Signing Certificate: It’s Uses, Types & Application Support
May 20, 2022A Code Signing Certificate is a digital certificate that contains information that fully identifies an entity and is issued by a Certificate Authority. It allows developers to include information…
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HTTP vs HTTPS: What are the differences?
May 19, 2022Website security can be a complex topic in an ever-evolving internet landscape. While the importance of website security is undisputed, protecting against online threats is continuously growing more…
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Difference between Digital Signature and Electronic Signature
April 26, 2022As society becomes increasingly reliant on digital processes, conventional business mechanisms have become more automated, with several industry sectors eager to tap into an increasingly tech-savvy…
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Email Security and Its Best Practices
April 21, 2022Email is the primary tool for business communications worldwide for organizations of all sizes. It is also the number one threat vector for cyberattacks. Email threats have evolved from mass spam and…
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How Does S/MIME Mail Encryption Works?
March 25, 2022Email encryption should be a cornerstone of your business' security plan. Check out this blog to know how your organization can protect itself against e-mail frauds.
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Why Automating Your Organization's Workflow Is a Must In 2022?
March 25, 2022Workflow Automation never held enough importance ever before. With organizations facing issues, automation has become a need of an hour. Here are some of the top reasons why you need to automate your…
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Code Signing Certificate: Protection of Keys & Best Practices
November 11, 2021Code signing is a popular cryptographic method used by software developers to prove that a piece of software or the code used to create it, is authentic and without any malware. In this blog, we have…
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What is Spoofing & How Can You Prevent it?
November 10, 2021Spoofing is when someone or something pretends to be something else in an attempt to gain a victim's confidence, get access to a system, steal data, or spread malware. In this blog, we will discuss…
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Certificate Management: Challenges & Solution
October 13, 2021Despite an overall increase in security investment over the past decade, organizations are still plagued by breaches. In this blog, we will discuss about the importance of Certificate Management for…
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Basics of Public Key Infrastructure: Types & Components
September 22, 2021When it comes down to organizational security, we rely on Public Key Infrastructure every time we shop, bank, or fill out official forms. This blog will give you more ideas about how it is…
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Best Practices to Secure Your Organizational Email Communications
September 14, 2021Over 90% of online attacks on companies begin with malicious emails. Depending on your autonomous security system and lack of robust security and regular audit may leave your organization exposed to…
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25 Years of GlobalSign - All Eyes on Dennis
April 30, 2021Each month in 2021, we’ll be introducing you to a member of the GlobalSign team. Follow along and meet the people working hard to bring you industry-leading PKI and identity solutions.
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Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of April 5, 2021
April 09, 2021A massive data breach at Facebook, reports of a "significant" attack at the European Commission, and the Golden Chicken ransomware gang is doing more than winging it.
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Atlas, Blogged
May 19, 2020Introducing Atlas, the world’s most powerful cloud CA – a high throughput, fully ubiquitous, next-generation PKI platform that will carry your PKI on its shoulders and into the future.
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The Business Risks of Not Switching to Always on SSL
December 12, 2016Why should your business switch to Always on SSL? Co-Founder of Pickaweb shares some reasons a business might make the move in this blog post.
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How to Find the Right Managed Services Provider for Small Businesses
November 30, 2016Guest blogger David Gaudio shares some tips for SME's who are looking to find the perfect managed service providers.
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Strong Authentication is Key for the Financial Industry
November 22, 2016How do you protect data in the financial industry? We suggest some tips on how strong authentication and public key infrastructure can solve this challenge.
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How to Create a Strong Password
November 15, 2016A guide on how to create a strong password. If the thought of someone stealing your password or the passwords of your employees doesn’t scare you, you need to read this
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What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
September 13, 2016What is multi-factor authentication or MFA? Our IAM Marketing Manager, Petteri Ilhalainen is back to explain this concept and what is meant by 'factors' in authentication.
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A History of IIoT Cyber-Attacks & Checklist for Implementing Security [Infographic]
August 18, 2016We share an infographic on the history of the Industrial Internet of Things Cyber Attacks and tips on how to secure the IIoT and strengthen your business.
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Automotive Cybersecurity Best Practices Missing Executive Buy-In - Here's How to Get It
August 12, 2016Our VP of Product Marketing for the IoT, Lancen LaChance, looks at the recent Auto-ISAC guidelines and shares his thoughts on why executive buy-in is important.
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Put an End to Phishing! Tips for Spotting Malicious Emails
July 19, 2016We've received countless phishing emails here at GlobalSign, and we've gotten pretty good at spotting them. Here we'll show you what to look out for to avoid being a victim of a phishing attack.
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How to Download and Install a PKCS#12 onto Your Android Device
July 15, 2016Learn how to download and install a digital certificate, .pfx or PKCS#12 file onto your Android device with our easy to follow, step-by-step guide.
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Free SSL/TLS Certificate Programs for Service Providers and Hosting Companies
June 24, 2016Should service providers and hosting companies really be tempted by free SSL? Before rushing to a free SSL/TLS certificate service make sure you have considered the following.
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Should All Intra-Company Email Be Digitally Signed?
June 16, 2016Between Oct 2013 & May 2016, 22,143 cases of Business Email Compromise, where cyber criminals requested over $3b in fraudulent transfers, were reported. What can we do?
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Encrypting Emails vs Encrypting Mail Servers – What’s the Difference?
June 07, 2016Since the Hillary Clinton email hack, email security has been thrust into the spotlight. But should you be encrypting your emails or your email servers?
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Difference Between Identity Management and Access Management
May 27, 2016Our Identity and Access Management expert, Petteri Ilhalainen, takes a step back and asks: what is the difference between Identity Management and Access Management?
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How to Spot a Fake from a Real Email
March 25, 2016Govind Yadav, Senior Sales Engineer demystifies email security and shares a demo showing how easy it is to create a fake email address.
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Complete Guide to Switching your MSSL CA Provider
February 12, 2016Following on from our post about reasons to switch your Certificate Authority (CA), VP of Product Management, Doug Beattie is back to explain how to do this in more detail.
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The Importance of a Paid SSL Certificate from a Trusted Certificate Authority
November 26, 2024Protect your website and customers' data with a paid SSL certificate from a trusted CA. Enhance security, boost trust, and improve SEO with strong SSL encryption.
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SSL Certificates in Hong Kong: Understanding Digital Connections
November 18, 2024SSL certificates are indispensable for businesses and individuals alike. By reading this blog, you'll gain valuable insights into the importance of SSL certificates and how to effectively use them to…
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Root Certificate expired? Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide You Can Follow
October 24, 2024Is your website's security compromised due to an expired CA root certificate? Don't panic! Our expert guide offers clear and concise steps to address this issue promptly. Learn how to identify the…
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What Are the Benefits of Premium SSL Certificates? | Beyond Encryption
September 10, 2024Premium SSL/TLS certificates are cryptographic certificates that protect users' data when they visit your website. They offer numerous value-added benefits like warranty coverage, stronger encryption,…
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What is the ROI of Certificate Automation Management for Large Enterprises?
August 20, 2024Certificate lifecycle management can be daunting, especially if you rely on traditional manual methods, but with certificate automation, you can eliminate inefficiencies and maximise your ROI.…
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What Are the Biggest Cybersecurity Threats Right Now?
July 16, 2024The digital world is full of opportunities, but it also comes with risks. This blog dives deep into the most pressing cybersecurity threats businesses face in 2024. We'll unpack the dangers of…
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Provisioning IntranetSSL Certificates for Internal Domains Through ACME
July 16, 2024Discover updates to GlobalSign’s ACME service for issuing intranet SSL certificates, what it means and why they are important.
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Free SSL Certificates & Premium SSL: What You Need to Know
July 02, 2024Free SSL certificates are cost-effective, but they don’t offer the same security and customisation features as premium SSL certificates.
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Certificate Automation Manager for Business Future Proofing
July 01, 2024Manual certificate management is inefficient and tedious, especially if you work with a large number of certificates. Now is the time to consider a Certificate Automation Manager solution.
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Why Automated Identity Management Is a Game-Changer
June 20, 2024All modern businesses have an online presence, which means that it is crucial to maintain and protect digital identities to establish trust and maintain security. Typically, businesses need to…
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From Free SSL to Paid Certificates - A Transition Guide
June 13, 2024For decades, SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) certificates have been the foundation for maintaining online trust, preventing fraud, and protecting digital identities. An…
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From Manual to Automated Certificate Management
June 06, 2024Digital identity certification is an essential asset for businesses that need to maintain online trust and protect their data from fraudulent activities. However, while adopting PKI certificates…
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What Is Cybercrime? | Types, Impact & Prevention
May 29, 2024With cybercrime all around, businesses should invest correctly in cybersecurity, not just to mitigate financial loss, but to maintain stakeholder trust.
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SSL Certificates Australia: How to Secure Your Websites
May 07, 2024Website security plays a crucial role in establishing online trust and protecting users’ data. SSL/TLS certificates encrypt data communications between browsers and websites, ensuring that it can’t be…
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Digital Identity Management: How It's Revolutionising User and Device Authentication
May 06, 2024Discover how AI and ML are revolutionising digital identity security, enhancing threat detection and user authentication. Learn more and protect your digital identities now!