SSL

Secure Sockets Layer

Domain 1: General Security Concepts

Deprecated cryptographic protocol for securing communications. Replaced by TLS. SSL 2.0/3.0 are vulnerable and should be disabled.

Exam Tip

SSL is deprecated and insecure. Use TLS 1.2 or 1.3 only. "SSL" is often used to mean TLS.

Related Terms

TLS HTTPS Certificate