A digital signature is a cryptographic technique used to validate the authenticity and integrity of digital documents and messages. It provides assurance that the document has not been altered and confirms the identity of the signer.
Security: Use strong encryption methods to ensure the security of digital signatures.Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for digital signatures.Verification: Implement processes for verifying the authenticity of digital signatures.
Key Generation: A pair of keys (public and private) is generated.Signing: The document is signed using the signer’s private key.Verification: The signature is verified using the signer’s public key.
Authentication: Confirms the identity of the signer.Integrity: Ensures the document has not been altered.Non-Repudiation: Prevents the signer from denying the authenticity of the signature.
A digital signature uses cryptographic methods to provide security, while an electronic signature is a broader term that can include any electronic method of signing a document.
Yes, in many countries, digital signatures are legally binding and recognized under electronic signature laws.
