Certificate Signing Request File
General Information
Title | CSR File Extension |
Extension | .certsigningrequest |
Full Form | Certificate Signing Request File |
File Type | Security Certificate Request File |
Developer | Various |
MIME Type | application/pkcs10 |
File Function
Primary Function | Store request data |
Additional Functions | Initiate certificate issuance |
Features | Encoded, Contains public key |
File Characteristics
Quality | Standard format |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | No |
Use Cases
SSL/TLS Certificate | Yes |
Secure Email | Yes |
Code Signing | Yes |
Device Authentication | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | None if managed correctly |
Best Practices | Keep private key secure, Validate CSR details |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Varies by software |
Latest Version | Dependent on standards, PKCS #10 |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .pem, .key, .crt, .p12 |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Apple Keychain Access | Free | macOS |
OpenSSL | Free | Windows, Mac, Linux, BSD, Solaris |
Microsoft Management Console | Included with OS | Windows |