webMethods Integration Server 4.6

It is highly recommended that you back up the Private Key for your web server and store the file in a secure location.Backing up the Private Key will ensure the ability to restore the security for your web site in the event of a Backing Up your SSL Certificate and Private Key.

To back-up your Private Key:

  1. Locate the directory that the private key (.der) is stored

  2. Back up this file to removable media and store in a secure place.

As a precaution you should backup your entire /config/ directory which holds your certificate files including your Trusted CAs.

SSL Certificates

Entrust SSL certificates inspire consumer trust by signifying a Web site's commitment to protecting the personal information of its visitors. By using SSL, companies help ease the security concerns of its customers, leading to a more engaging online experience. An SSL certificate is used to confirm that an SSL encryption algorithm is actively securing data being transmitted to a Web site. Digital certificates usually contain the SSL subscriber's information, the name of the certificate issuer, and the strength of the encryption in use. In addition to the "padlock" icon displayed in Web browsers and the https:// prefix, the SSL certificate is one more indicator customers look for as evidence that a Web site is serious about protecting their information.