Centralizing digital certificates is crucial to securing information and protecting the security of companies. Tools such as Redtrust offer the possibility of storing and managing private data through advanced control and protection systems. According to a study by IBM, 60% of companies have chosen to improve their cybersecurity levels in the last year to avoid possible attacks, which underlines the growing need for organizations to protect themselves.
The proper management and safekeeping of digital certificates and keys has become an essential priority for safeguarding business information. The multiple benefits associated with their use highlight the importance of storing and controlling them correctly.
“In just a few years, digital certificates have become a central element in many of the daily practices of companies. However, many companies have not yet adopted adequate measures to protect and manage them effectively, which represents a risk for their digital identity, as they are exposed to threats such as data theft and identity theft. For this reason, a single, centralised solution covers all aspects of digital security, as well as allowing efficient and controlled management,” explains Daniel Rodríguez, CEO of Redtrust.
Centralization of the digital certificate
Manual management of digital certificates may seem like a viable option for some companies, especially those that manage a small number of certificates. However, this practice can compromise information security:
- Insecure storage: Digital certificates, when managed manually, are often scattered across multiple devices, making them difficult to control and increasing the risk of unauthorized duplicates. This dispersion makes it easy for certificates to be used on devices without proper authorization, exposing the company to unnecessary risks.
- Lack of usage record: In a manual system, it is almost impossible to keep a detailed record of who accesses the certificates and what they are used for. This lack of traceability can lead to misuse of certificates, with possible legal repercussions for the company.
- Security breaches: Using third-party software or applications to install certificates on devices increases vulnerability to cyberattacks. Without proper cybersecurity measures, certificates can become an entry point for cybercriminals.
- Lost or stolen certificates: Poor manual management can lead to the loss or theft of digital certificates, putting the company’s digital identity and the security of its information at risk.
- Lack of control over renewal: Companies that manually manage their certificates often do not keep effective control over expiration dates, which can result in inadvertent certificate expiration, with financial and operational consequences.
- Unsafe transportation: When certificates are stored on specific devices within the office, their use is limited to those environments. Carrying certificates on portable devices, such as flash drives, outside the office significantly increases the risk of loss or theft.