How the Chrome Root Program Keeps Users Safe (Google Online Security Blog)
Posted by Chrome Root Program, Chrome Security Team What is the Chrome Root Program? A root program is one of the foundations for securing connections to websites. The Chrome Root Program was announced in September 2022. If you missed it, don’t worry - we’ll give you a quick summary below! Chrome Root Program: TL;DR Chrome uses digital certificates (often referred to as “certificates,” “HTTPS certificates,” or “server authentication certificates”) to ensure the connections it makes for its users are secure and private. Certificates are issued by trusted entities called “Certification Authorities” (CAs). The collection of digital certificates, CA systems, and other related online servicews is the foundation of HTTPS and is often referred to as the “Web PKI.” Before issuing a certificate to a website, the CA must verify that…