by Audit Analyst | Jan 5, 2026 | Digital Signature Certificate
Compliance with the IT Act and CCA Guidelines Organizations using Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs) must comply with the Information Technology Act, 2000. They are required to follow security and operational standards set by the Controller of Certifying...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 5, 2026 | Digital Signature Certificate
Creates a Unique Digital Signature When a document is signed using a Digital Signature Certificate (DSC), a unique digital fingerprint (hash) is generated based on its contents. This fingerprint is encrypted using the signer’s private key. The encrypted hash becomes...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 5, 2026 | Digital Signature Certificate
Use of Cryptographic USB Tokens Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs) are stored in specialized USB tokens that meet defined security standards. These tokens are hardware devices designed to securely store the private key associated with the DSC. The key never leaves...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 5, 2026 | Digital Signature Certificate
Definition of Non-Repudiation Non-repudiation in Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) usage means that the signer cannot deny having signed a document or transaction. It provides proof of origin, identity, and intent of the signer. Once a DSC is used, the signature is...
by Audit Analyst | Jan 5, 2026 | Digital Signature Certificate
Reissuance Is Required Contact information, such as a mobile number or email, cannot be edited in an existing DSC. To update contact details, a new DSC must be applied for with the correct information. This is because certificate details are digitally signed and...
