Creating a Public Key Infrastructure

A Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is an important aspect of the Configuration Manager 2012 implementation. When a certificate is issued, its usage is governed by an Object Identifier (OID). A certificate can have more than one OID, essentially allowing the certificate to be used for more than one purpose.

A certificate with the Client Authentication OID is required on all managed clients, including mobile devices, to communicate with a Configuration Manager site via HTTPS.

A certificate with the Server Authentication OID (1.3.6.1.5.5.7.3.1) and Client Authentication OID (1.3.6.1.5.5.7.3.2) is required on all Configuration Manager 2012 Site Systems, including Site Servers, Management Points, Distribution Points, ...

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