- January 07, 2025
- Jaya Mehmie
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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Common SSL Certificate Errors and How to Fix Them
March 27, 2020We’re back with another support post and this time we’re sharing our top support queries or SSL Certificates Errors and how to solve them.
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It's Time to Disable TLS 1.0 (and All SSL Versions) If You Haven't Already
March 04, 2020As of June 30, 2018, all websites need to use TLS 1.1 or higher to comply with PCI Data Security Standard. What's behind the change and are you compliant?
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PSD2: Everything You Need to Know
March 03, 2020The revised Payment Service Directive, most often referred to by its acronym PSD2, officially went into effect in September 2019 – although the European Banking Authority has given companies an…
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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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Confirm Your Transactions
July 29, 2015Granting access to the B2B portal based on password, or federated identity from the customer domain is typically enough. Access can only reveal information such as pricing, discount percentage,…
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How do Digital Signatures Work? A Look Behind the Scenes
May 18, 2015The benefits of adopting digital signatures in place of paper-based, wet-ink signatures are obvious - reduce paper waste, decrease operating costs, speed up document delivery, to name a few - but…
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Six ways identity will take center stage in 2015
February 02, 2015With the growing connectedness of all things great and small, the need for trusted identities will take center stage in 2015
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3 Easy Steps to Migrate your Certificates from SHA-1 to SHA-256
September 08, 2014GlobalSign is working hard to help its customers and partners with the migration to SHA-2, so we've created a 3 step strategy with tips and considerations to hopefully help make the transition easier.
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3 Ways a Certificate Management Service Helps You Avoid SSL Certificate Expiration
August 20, 2014There are a number of benefits to using a management service for your SSL Certificates, but today we're focusing specifically on how they can help prevent certificate expiration.
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How to improve your SEO ranking with SSL
August 08, 2014After introducing HTTPS by default on all its services, as well as promoting the HTTPS Everywhere initiative, Google is encouraging stronger security once again by reviewing their algorithms to reward…
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Identity in Action - Instant Digital Signatures From Anywhere
June 03, 2014Learn how an insurance firm wanted to switch from paper-based workflow to an electronic workflow to reduce the turnaround time for policy application and delivery!
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3 Reasons Digital Signatures Are a Perfect Fit for the AEC Industry
April 09, 2014Digital Signatures are a tried and true alternative to wet ink signatures. Let’s take a closer look at some of the reasons you should consider using them in place of wet ink signatures.
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Emerging Trends in Certificate Authority Technology
December 21, 2023Understand the impact of global cybersecurity regulations like eIDAS 2.0 and the importance of machine identity in the IoT era. Stay informed about the advancements shaping the future of digital trust…
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The Hidden Costs of Choosing the Wrong Certificate Authority
December 21, 2023Uncover the undisclosed expenses tied to selecting the wrong Certificate Authority. Learn how this decision impacts your business and finances. Navigate the pitfalls wisely.
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Top 10 FAQs About Digital Identity and IoT Security Answered
December 21, 2023Unravel the complexities of Digital Identity and IoT Security with concise answers to the top 10 frequently asked questions. Enhance your understanding and fortify your online security measures.
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How Certificate Authorities Shape the Future of Cybersecurity
December 01, 2023CAs are vital for maintaining cybersecurity - protecting Identities in a landscape perpetually exposed to new threats enabled by emerging technologies.
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The Partnership Advantage: Why Channel Partners Should Offer Both Digital Identity Management and IoT Security
December 01, 2023Uncover the fruits of establishing cybersecurity partnerships and how combining digital identity management and IoT security can benefit you and your clients!
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5 Must-Ask Questions When Selecting a Certificate Authority
October 27, 2023Do you want to learn about Certificate Authorities? Check out this glossary to understand the key terms.
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Certificate Authority 101: A Glossary of Key Terms
October 24, 2023Do you want to learn about Certificate Authorities? Check out this glossary to understand the key terms.
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What is an Identity Authority?
October 19, 2023Do you want to learn what an Identity Authority does? Check out this blog to understand the role of Identity Authorities in maintaining digital IDs.
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CyberSecurity, CyberCrime & CyberSafety: What Can Companies Do to Prepare?
October 18, 2023Promote CyberSecurity and CyberSafety in your critical infrastructure! Here's how your organisation can properly prepare against CyberCrime.
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CyberSecurity is a Top-Priority Boardroom Agenda Item
October 17, 2023Help your executives understand the evolving legal landscape and their compliance obligations related to CyberCrime, CyberSafety, and CyberWarfare.
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Best Practices in Certificate Lifecycle Management
October 09, 2023Digital certificates are the rock of trust for businesses. If you don't have an airtight CLM process, you could experience costly downtime and breaches.
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How to Fix SSL Certificate Errors: A Quick Fix Guide
September 25, 2023Tired of seeing "SSL Certificate Error" messages on your website? Don't worry, we've got you covered. This guide will walk you through common SSL certificate issues and provide easy-to-follow…
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eSeals Explained: Providing Document Trust and Security
September 06, 2023This helpful guide breaks down what an electronic seal is, and how to choose one that is right for your organization.
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Signing Electronically: The Contracts of Tomorrow
August 30, 2023E-signatures play a central role in business agreements. Here we discuss how organizations can make the most of contract management trends and how GlobalSign’s document signing solutions can help you.…
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SSL Certificates in the Philippines: Why is it Essential for Filipino Businesses
August 18, 2023In today's digital landscape, SSL certificates are essential for businesses and individuals in the Philippines. SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, ensures the secure transmission of data between your…