What is root certificate in SAP MOB-AFA - SAP Sybase Afaria?

SAP Term: root certificate

• Component: MOB-AFA

• Component Name: SAP Sybase Afaria

• Description: A root certificate is either an unsigned public key certificate or a self-signed certificate that identifies the Root Certificate Authority CA. To specify that you trust a specific CA, the CA's root certificate must be located in your corresponding certificate list.

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• Key Concepts: 
  A root certificate is a digital certificate issued by a trusted certificate authority (CA) that is used to identify the root CA and its public key. It is the foundation of a public key infrastructure (PKI) and is used to verify the identity of a server or client. In the context of MOB-AFA SAP Sybase Afaria, a root certificate is used to authenticate the server and establish a secure connection between the server and the client. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use a root certificate, it must first be installed on the server. This can be done by downloading the certificate from the CA’s website or by using an automated tool such as OpenSSL. Once installed, the root certificate must be configured in MOB-AFA SAP Sybase Afaria in order for it to be used for authentication. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the root certificate is kept up-to-date in order to ensure that it remains secure. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all clients have access to the root certificate in order for them to be able to authenticate with the server. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on root certificates and how they are used in MOB-AFA SAP Sybase Afaria, please refer to the official documentation provided by SAP. Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide further information on how to install and configure root certificates.