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Public Key Infrastructure

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Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a set of roles, policies, and procedures needed to create, manage, distribute, use, store, and revoke digital certificates and manage public-key cryptography. It enables secure communication over networks by ensuring the authenticity and confidentiality of electronic documents.

Key Features

  • Digital certificates
  • Public and private key pairs
  • Certificate authorities (CAs)
  • Certificate revocation lists (CRL)
  • Key management
  • Secure communication

Pros

  • Ensures secure communication over networks
  • Provides authentication and non-repudiation
  • Facilitates encryption and decryption of data
  • Helps prevent man-in-the-middle attacks

Cons

  • Complex implementation process
  • Dependence on trusted third parties (CAs)
  • Maintenance of key pairs can be challenging

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