Location
Location
is a specific storage for certificates and cryptographic keys that can be accessed through the Entity
.
As an example, Location
can be:
- Software Key Store
- SSL Profile
- File System PEM
- Active Directory account
Location
cannot exists without Entity
and each Entity
can have multiple Locations
(if supported by the implementation of Entity Provider
).
Characteristics
Location
capabilities are defined by:
Item | Description |
---|---|
Entity | Location can be accessed only through Entity that holds it |
Multiple entries support | If the Location can store only one or multiple entries, typically certificates |
Key management support | If the Location is capable to store and manage cryptographic keys |
Status | Status of the Location , which can be enabled or disabled |
Location
support the following operations:
- Sync content with the inventory
- Push
Certificate
from inventory - Remove
Certificate
When the Location
supports key management, additional operations can be performed:
- Issue new
Certificate
- Renew
Certificate