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Database certificates

What is a database certificate?​

A unique certificate is created for each database. This has the name psrDatabaseKey:

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The database certificate does not encrypt the database. Rather, it is used for the encrypted transfer of passwords from the client to the server in the following cases:

  • Creation of a WebViewer via a task
  • Creation of an AD profile protected by a master key
  • Login of users imported from AD in Master Key mode

NOTE: The database certificate cannot be replaced by your own certificate.

NOTE: The expiry date for the database certificate is not checked. The certificate thus does not need to be renewed.

CAUTION: If the database is being moved to another server, it is essential that the certificate is also transferred!

Exporting and importing the certificate​

The section Certificates explains how to back up the certificate and link it again.