I'm trying to understand what an SSL key password is. I've heard it's related to security certificates, but I'm not sure exactly how it works or what it's used for.
5 answers
Elena
Tue Dec 24 2024
SSL employs public key cryptography for the purpose of establishing a shared secret between the client and server nodes during the initiation of an SSL session.
Claudio
Tue Dec 24 2024
This cryptographic method ensures that the communication between the client and server is secure and encrypted.
Tommaso
Tue Dec 24 2024
When the SSL session begins, the server transmits its certificate to the client node.
Alessandra
Mon Dec 23 2024
This certificate contains crucial information, including the public key of the server.
InfinityRider
Mon Dec 23 2024
The client node uses the server's public key to encrypt messages, ensuring that only the server can decrypt them, thereby safeguarding the confidentiality of the communication.