What is client certificate authentication in SAP MFG-PCO - Plant Connectivity?

SAP Term: client certificate authentication

• Component: MFG-PCO

• Component Name: Plant Connectivity

• Description: Authentication using client certificates. It can only be used in conjunction with the https protocol.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Client certificate authentication is a type of authentication used in SAP Manufacturing Plant Connectivity (MFG-PCO). It is a secure way to authenticate users and devices that are connecting to the SAP system. It uses digital certificates, which are issued by a trusted third-party Certificate Authority (CA). The certificates contain information about the user or device, such as their identity and public key.
  
  How to use it: 
  To use client certificate authentication, the user or device must first obtain a digital certificate from a trusted CA. The certificate must then be installed on the user's or device's computer. Once the certificate is installed, the user or device can connect to the SAP system using the certificate. The system will then verify the identity of the user or device using the information contained in the certificate.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using client certificate authentication, it is important to ensure that the certificates are kept secure and up-to-date. It is also important to ensure that only trusted CAs are used for issuing certificates.
  
  Related Information: 
  Client certificate authentication is similar to other types of authentication, such as username/password authentication and two-factor authentication. It is also related to other security measures, such as encryption and digital signatures.