Free SSL Certificates Putting Websites at Risk

Businesses that use free security certificates for their websites may want to think twice. Research by Trend Micro, a security company, has revealed that free SSL certificates may put websites at risk.

The issue came to light at Let's Encrypt, a service that began offering free SSL certificates through a beta program in December. In the short time since its launch, these certificates have already been compromised.

SSL certificates create a secure connection for websites, as indicated by the HTTPS prefix in URLs. They are critical for business websites because they ensure that all transactions and data transmissions are kept private and secure. This is particularly important for e-commerce businesses and any website that collects users' information.[Cybersecurity: A Small Business Guide]

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