SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Self-Signed Certificate Overview

SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Self-Signed Certificate Overview

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Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

University

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Hard

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The video tutorial explains the creation and use of self-signed certificates using OpenSSL. It highlights the limitations of self-signed certificates, such as lack of trust by web browsers, and details the certificate's components like serial number, signature, and validity. The tutorial also discusses potential use cases for self-signed certificates, such as securing communication between non-public servers, and explores integrating these certificates with Cloudflare to overcome browser trust issues.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is a self-signed certificate and why might it be used?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain why web browsers decline to accept self-signed certificates.

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3.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What details are typically included in a self-signed certificate?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the implications of using self-signed certificates on public web servers.

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How can self-signed certificates be used in conjunction with Cloudflare?

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