A valid signature issued by a certificate authority provides a guarantee that:
Suggested Answer: D
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40 comments · newest first
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Marilynn
10 months ago
None of the options fully cover what a valid signature guarantees.
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Adolph
10 months ago
Definitely, it’s all about trust in the CA!
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Odette
10 months ago
A valid signature means the CA can be trusted.
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Belen
11 months ago
Wait, are we sure it guarantees authorized use? Sounds iffy.
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Janna
11 months ago
I disagree, it doesn't guarantee the certificate is not expired.
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Clorinda
11 months ago
I'm leaning towards option A, but I wonder if there's more to it that I'm missing from our study sessions.
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Ula
11 months ago
I feel like the authorized purpose part might be relevant, but I can't recall if that's covered by the signature itself.
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Ty
11 months ago
I remember a practice question about certificate expiration, but I don't think that's what this is asking.
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Harris
12 months ago
I think a valid signature means we can trust the certificate authority, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only thing it guarantees.
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Glennis
12 months ago
I think the key here is that a valid signature from a certificate authority guarantees the certificate is being used for an authorized purpose. I'll go with option C.
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Janet
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording of this question. I'll need to review my notes on certificate authorities to make sure I understand the correct answer.
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Elmira
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. A valid signature from a certificate authority means the certificate is trusted, right? I'll go with that.
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Helga
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully before answering.
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Keshia
1 year ago
This question seems pretty straightforward. I'm going to go with option A - the certificate authority can be trusted.
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Kristian
1 year ago
As an IT security expert, I can say with confidence that the correct answer is C. The signature verifies authorized use.
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Louvenia
1 year ago
So, the correct answer is C, right?
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Chau
1 year ago
I think it's important to trust the certificate authority as well.
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Bea
1 year ago
I agree, the signature ensures the certificate is being used for an authorized purpose.
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Harris
1 year ago
Haha, this question is a real head-scratcher. I'm just going to guess and hope for the best!
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Ronny
1 year ago
B) the certificate is not expired
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Samira
1 year ago
A) the certificate authority can be trusted
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Malinda
1 year ago
This is a tricky one, but I'm going with B. The signature ensures the certificate isn't expired.
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Rosendo
1 year ago
User3: I agree with the original comment, B. The certificate is not expired.
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Junita
1 year ago
User2: I'm going with C. The certificate is being used for an authorized purpose.
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Karan
1 year ago
User1: I think it's A. The certificate authority can be trusted.
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Francesco
1 year ago
But what about the other options? Like if the certificate is expired or being used for an authorized purpose?
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Charlene
1 year ago
I agree with Gayla. It's important to trust the certificate authority.
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Lisha
1 year ago
I think A is the right answer. The CA signature means the certificate authority can be trusted.
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Vallie
1 year ago
C) the certificate is being used for an authorized purpose
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Nidia
1 year ago
A) the certificate authority can be trusted
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Gayla
1 year ago
I think a valid signature means the certificate authority can be trusted.
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Pamella
1 year ago
D is the way to go here. None of those options accurately describe what a CA signature does.
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Marva
1 year ago
Definitely, a CA signature is more about validating the identity of the certificate holder rather than just those options.
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Belen
1 year ago
It's important to understand the role of a certificate authority in verifying the authenticity of a certificate.
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Hassie
1 year ago
I agree, none of the options seem to accurately describe the purpose of a CA signature.
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Vanna
1 year ago
D
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Lanie
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the correct answer is C. A valid signature from a CA guarantees the certificate is being used for an authorized purpose.
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Rhea
1 year ago
A: Oh, I see. That makes sense. Thanks for clarifying.
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James
1 year ago
B: No, I believe it's C. A valid signature ensures the certificate is being used for an authorized purpose.
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Tamie
1 year ago
A: I think the correct answer is A. It means the certificate authority can be trusted.