ConnectWise’s Certificate Shuffle: A Comedy of Errors or Necessary Security Ballet?
ConnectWise is taking a page out of the “better safe than sorry” playbook by rotating its digital code signing certificates. No, it’s not because of last month’s cyberattack; it’s just a precaution after a security researcher raised the alarm. So, update your ScreenConnect, Automate, and RMM builds before June 13 to avoid any tech hiccups!
Hot Take:
Ah, the digital certificate tango! ConnectWise is playing it safe by switching up their certificates like it’s a game of musical chairs. Who knew cybersecurity could be so rhythmical? Let’s just hope they’re not stepping on any toes before the music stops!
Key Points:
- ConnectWise is rotating digital code signing certificates for ScreenConnect, Automate, and RMM due to security concerns.
- The decision follows a third-party researcher’s warning about potential misuse of configuration data.
- New certificates are being issued, with a deadline for users to update by June 13, 2025, to avoid disruptions.
- DigiCert initially planned to revoke certificates earlier, but ConnectWise secured an extension.
- Cloud users will receive updates automatically, but should check for updates to avoid service interruptions.
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