SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Verifying Chain of Certificates

The video tutorial explains the process of verifying SSL certificates when accessing a webpage over HTTPS. It covers the steps involved in checking the validity and signature of end user certificates, verifying intermediate certificate authorities (CAs), and ensuring trust in root CAs. The tutorial also discusses the importance of the chain of trust and how it is established, allowing secure communication with web servers. Additionally, it mentions online services that can be used to verify the entire trust chain.

What is the first step your computer takes when verifying an end user certificate?

Explain the significance of the public key in the certificate verification process.

What must be verified to trust an intermediate CA?

Describe the role of root certificates in the trust chain.

What indicates that the certificate is valid in a web browser?