The need for secure encryption of data streams continues to grow. X.509 certificates are ubiquitous and can be found in everything from data centers, cloud applications and digital signatures to Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Many of these certificates enter networks unnoticed, such as through pre-installed software or new devices, and often do not meet internal compliance requirements or current security standards. Certificates may also expire unnoticed. Expired or non-compliant certificates pose significant risks and can lead to system outages, security breaches, and economic damage. A comprehensive view of the certificates on the corporate network is essential to ensure secure and smooth operations.
The solution: essendi cd
That is why we have developed essendi cd (certificate discovery). essendi cd uses a variety of search methods to find certificates in your infrastructure. The searches can be adapted to the respective conditions and enable an efficient discovery of certificates. The found certificates are displayed by cd in a dashboard. This creates a company-wide repository.
This allows the current status to be recorded. Filtering and clustering options ensure that IT administrators can easily identify and monitor relevant certificates. This validates existing certificate processes and provides an additional layer of security.
As-is monitoring can be automatically repeated on a regular basis. The resulting monitoring improves the security and operation of your systems.
cd can be used independently or in combination with essendi xc. Both applications show their full strength when used together.
Extended potential: essendi cd with essendi xc
Your potential
In combination with essendi xc certificate management, essendi cd certificate discovery opens up new potential for your certificate management and automation.
essendi cd integrates the found certificates into the certificate monitoring of essendi xc. It stores all information (e.g. type, owner, expiry date) in the central repository. xc then takes over the automated management and renewal of the certificates.
The search for essendi cd is automatically repeated at regular intervals (scheduled searches and rule executions).
Having an overview of the entire certificate inventory and being able to act quickly is relevant in the area of ISO27001 and other security certifications in the area of cryptography.
essendi cd: Makes your data center more secure
