Context and next steps from SwissSign. The CA/Browser Forum has decided to gradually reduce the lifespan of SSL/TLS certificates and the validity period for domain verification, with far-reaching consequences for IT teams worldwide. Here's a brief summary of the situation and how we at SwissSign will continue to support you.

From secure websites and encrypted emails to digital signatures – every trusted digital identity relies on a Certificate Authority. Acting as the backbone of online trust, CAs verify, confirm, and safeguard identities across the internet, making them essential for secure communication in business, government, and everyday digital life.

A comparison for enterprises and large organisations in finance, insurance, the public sector and other regulated industries

The CA/B Forum continuously makes new decisions that adapt the Baseline Requirements for TLS/SSL certificates, S/MIME or Code Signing and more. These changes have a direct impact on Certificate Authorities and certificate users.

New security requirement: CA/B Forum Ballots SC-067 (TLS) & SMC-010 (S/MIME)

New regulations from the CA/Browser Forum (Ballot SC-085v2 & SMC014)