- 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.
-
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?
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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,…
-
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...
-
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
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
Protecting IoT Networks Starts with Secure Device Enrollment
December 05, 2024Explore how IoT network security begins with secure device enrolment and how industry leaders must prioritize IoT security.
-
The Importance of Understanding AI Risks: 5 Potential Dangers of Artificial Intelligence
August 23, 2023Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force across various industries, revolutionizing the way we live and work. From improving healthcare to optimizing transportation, AI's…
-
Are You Ready for the New CA/B Forum Baseline Requirements for S/MIME?
August 11, 2023From 1 September 2023, the new CA/B Forum Baseline Requirements come into effect, are you ready? Read on to learn more
-
Exploring the Benefits of PKI for Businesses - How to Leverage this Technology for Increased Security!
July 21, 2023PKI For Businesses: With the progressive evolution of the internet, ensuring the security of businesses' online presence has become an increasingly formidable task, owing to the relentless…
-
Visualize Your Entire SSL/TLS Certificate Inventory with Atlas Discovery
June 13, 2023Do you know what SSL/TLS certificates you have in your organization? Read more to learn about the certificate inventory tool that could help you.
-
Securing Docker Containers using TLS Certificates
May 04, 2023As more and more Enterprises are adopting DevOps culture there has been a significant rise in the usage of Container Services. According to the CNCF Survey 2020 , 92% of respondents say they use…
-
How Businesses Can Seamlessly Prioritize Security in Digital Transformation Era with Digital Signatures
January 12, 2023In this increasingly hyperconnected world, digital transformation helps improve the productivity of the organization. Technological innovation continues to support organizations in carrying out their…
-
Auto Enrollment Gateway - A Path to Certificate Automation and Provisioning
January 12, 2023Security is a critical concern for today's enterprises and their customers, especially with many employees pivoting to remote work over the past couple of years. To protect their most valuable and…
-
A Detailed Guide to our Code Signing Solution
August 09, 2022The proliferation of malware and nefarious websites makes users cautious of downloading software or applications digitally. If they cannot determine who the publisher is or whether or not the software…
-
Everything You Need to Know About GMO Sign, our Cloud-based Signing Solution
August 09, 2022Processing paper documents may require significant physical space, time, resources, and cost. However, you can integrate cost-effective solutions for your document management and get greater control…
-
A Guide to Streamlining Business Processes and Workflows
June 30, 2022Every business aims to become more efficient and agile, especially as the pace of digital transformation is accelerating. Streamlining business processes and workflows is an efficient and durable way…
-
What is Robotic Process Automation (RPA)?
June 29, 2022Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is a business strategy to automate technology that utilizes software robots to automate tasks conducted by the human workforce. Robotic process automation (RPA), also…
-
What is DDoS Attack and How to Prevent It?
June 29, 2022A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a non-intrusive internet attack designed to harm the targeted website. It is a malicious attempt to disrupt the regular traffic of a targeted server,…
-
Top 5 Common Types of Website Attack
June 28, 2022In recent years, cyberattacks have become more refined, increasing the demand for a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and tooling. From any government agency to the startups, every organization…
-
IoT Security Threats and Defenses
June 24, 2022Internet of Things (IoT) devices are becoming ubiquitous while IoT services are becoming pervasive. Their success has not gone unnoticed, and the number of threats and attacks against IoT devices and…
-
Announcing the Release of IoT Edge Enroll v2 for Secure Device Enrollment
July 14, 2020As the IoT industry has matured, our customers have expressed a desire for a more streamlined device enrollment process with customizable levels of security, so we put our team to work re-imagining…
-
Why the Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act is a Threat to Your Rights and Privacy
July 13, 2020The US Senate’s new anti-encryption bill represents a major threat to the internet security ecosystem.
-
The GlobalSign Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of July 6, 2020
July 10, 2020This week has not been marked by major events (not yet anyway, but hey, Friday’s only half over.) What stood out the most this week were stories about Microsoft.
-
Hands-Free Everything? The Coronavirus Impact on IoT
July 10, 2020More sectors and industries will look to IoT going forward to entice customers, expand their brands, and enhance customer experiences. In the same way, IoT manufacturers will be required to deliver…
-
How to Secure Your Banking Apps from Security Breaches
July 08, 2020Protecting your banking apps from different security breaches amid the COVID-19 crisis has become the need of the hour. In this age of data breaches, you have to secure your business alongside your…
-
The GlobalSign Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of June 29, 2020
July 03, 2020Our weekly blog discusses stolen files on the Dark Web, new U.S. government encryption battle, one-year certificate mandate, Russians targeting Americans working at home.
-
Digital Contact Tracing: Advantages and Disadvantages
July 02, 2020As governments around the world continue to face the escalating crisis and come up with pandemic management plans, many are considering the benefits of digital contact tracing.
-
Maximum SSL/TLS Certificate Validity is Now One Year
June 29, 2020Starting September 1, 2020, Apple and Google will no longer trust certificates issued for longer than 397 days.
-
The GlobalSign Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of June 22
June 26, 2020This week's cybersecurity news blog discusses a possible SSL incident at Samsung, Twitter’s big data breach, an ongoing cyberattack in Australia and the 2 year mark of GDPR.
-
How Deepfakes Could Further Burden the Healthcare Industry During COVID-19
June 25, 2020This smart technology has, largely, been useful in the fight against COVID-19. Unfortunately, however, AI is also playing a role in burdening the health industry at a time when it needs all the help…
-
8 Ways Digital Technologies Can Help Prepare Us for Future Pandemics
June 24, 2020COVID-19 has really underlined the importance of using digital technology to educate, prevent the spread, warn us, and increase awareness in future pandemics.
-
The GlobalSign Cybersecurity News Round-Up: Week of June 15
June 19, 2020Amazon Web Services (AWS) disclosed it was the victim of the largest ever recorded DDoS attack. The event has been described as a “reflection attack,” an attempt to use a vulnerable third-party server…
-
US Elections 2020: Effectively Balancing Access and Security
June 18, 2020In this piece, we’ll dive into exactly how America’s electoral integrity is at risk due to cyber attacks, and then talk about the best methods that can be used to improve both access and security in…
-
How To Improve Your Cyber Defenses After the COVID-19 Pandemic
June 17, 2020There are many things that businesses can learn from the COVID-19 pandemic with regard to cybersecurity.
-
Q&A With Energy Expert Richard Brooks
June 16, 2020We asked expert Richard Brooks for his thoughts regarding the current threat landscape and mitigating strategies facing the energy sector.
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
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,…
-
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.…
-
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…
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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…
-
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…
-
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…
-
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.
-
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…
-
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!