Create a signing certificate
You can create signing certificates for use with multiplexed SAML applications or with manually configured customer IdP connections.
About this task
| You cannot use signing certificates with non-multiplexed SAML applications because the signing certificate is specified when the connection to the application is created. |
To create a new signing certificate, specify the certificate settings and the certificate key settings. You can also use the signing certificate to create a certificate signing request (CSR).
| Security is a function of the combination of algorithm and key size. A larger key size provides higher security but may take longer to sign messages. |
Steps
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In the PingOne admin portal, click Setup → Certificates.
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Click +Certificate to add a new signing certificate.
Result:
Required fields are highlighted.
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In the Certificate Settings section, enter the certificate information:
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Common name. The common name (CN) identifying the certificate.
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Organization. The organization (O) or company name creating the certificate.
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Organizational Unit. The specific unit within the organization (OU).
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City. The city or other primary location (L) where your organization operates.
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State. The state (ST) or other political unit encompassing the location.
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Country. The two letter ISO code for the country where your organization is located (such as, US, GB).
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Select Make certificate default to make this the default certificate for new application connections.
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Specify the certificate key settings:
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Validity (days). The number of days until the certificate expires (defaults to 365).
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Key Algorithm. The algorithm used to generate a key (RSA or ECC). Defaults to RSA.
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Key Size (bits). The number of bits used in the key (defaults to 2048).
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Signature Algorithm. The algorithm used to generate a signature (defaults to RSA SHA256).
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Click Save.
Result:
The certificate appears in the certificates list.