Encryption Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main purpose of PKI?
A
To bind a user identity with a public key, by the use of certificates
2
Q
What is a certificate
A
Certificates are digitally signed electronic documents that bind a public key with an identity.
3
Q
What is a Certificate Authority?
A
A trusted third party that issues certificates to users.
4
Q
What are the responsibilities of a CA?
A
Issuing certificates, validating certificates, revoking and signing certificates
5
Q
What is a Registration Authority?
A
Sometimes used when there are multiple CA’s–the RA is responsible for verifying requests for certificates.
6
Q
What does PKI stand for
A
Public Key Infrastructure
