Service Server certificates
Certificates for encrypted connections to decentralized servers
Server certificates are used to verify the identity of a system to requesting clients. This protective measure is required for all publicly accessible remote server systems, and strongly recommended for systems that can be accessed internally.
The certificates are made available by DFN-Verein via the TCS (Trusted Certificate Services) service of the European research network GÉANT and provided by the cybersecurity provider Harica. The URZ is the local contact and registration point for the issuing process. These certificates enable you to establish encrypted connections (https) to the decentralized server and are recognized by all major browsers and email clients.
Target group
- IT representatives
- EDP representatives
- Certificate representatives
- URZ employees
Use
- Ability to obtain certificates for secure, encrypted connections to a remotely located server
Access and requirements
The following requirements must be fulfilled to be able to request a certificate:
- The person requesting the certificate must be registered as an IT representative, an EDP representative, a certificate representative or be an employee at the URZ.
- A Certificate Signing Request (CSR) must be prepared.
For a detailed description of the certificate issuing process, please refer to the linked instructions.