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I am running a number of SSL-encrypted websites, and need to generate certificates to run on these. They are all internal applications, so I don't need to purchase a certificate, I can create my own.
I have found it quite tedious to do everything using openssl all the time, and figure this is the kind of thing that has probably been done before and software exists for it.
My preference is for linux-based systems, and I would prefer a command-line system rather than a GUI.
Does anyone have some suggestions?
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There are generally two types of CAs – a root CA and a subordinate CA.
A certificate authority (CA) is a trusted entity that issues Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificates. These digital certificates are data files used to cryptographically link an entity with a public key. Web browsers use them to authenticate content sent from web servers, ensuring trust in content delivered online.
The CA does not need to be online. However, the CA public certificate may point to a web server which has revocation lists.
To view certificates for the local device Select Run from the Start menu, and then enter certlm. msc. The Certificate Manager tool for the local device appears. To view your certificates, under Certificates - Local Computer in the left pane, expand the directory for the type of certificate you want to view.
An option that doesn't require your own CA is to get certificates from CAcert (they're free).
I find it convenient to add the two CAcert root certificates to my client machines, then I can manage all the SSL certificates through CAcert.
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