ACME (Automated Certificate Management Environment) is a protocol that automates the process of issuing, renewing, and managing SSL certificates, eliminating the need for manual intervention.
Certificate Management
Processes and tools for managing the lifecycle of SSL/TLS certificates.
The automated process of handling SSL certificates from start to finish (CLM), like having a personal assistant that manages all certificate tasks.
The process of invalidating a certificate before its expiration date
The current validity state of an SSL certificate
Certificate Validation Type refers to the level of identity verification performed by a Certificate Authority (CA) before issuing an SSL/TLS certificate. This verification process determines how thoroughly the CA validates the certificate applicant''s identity and authority over the domain, with different validation types offering varying levels of assurance and trust.
A brief window after certificate expiration when some systems might still accept the certificate, though this creates security risks.