How to Fix: Invalid self signed SSL cert - "Subject Alternative Name Missing"
Invalid self signed SSL cert - "Subject Alternative Name Missing"
📋 Table of Contents
Chrome has started to flag self-signed SSL certificates as insecure, and in some cases, it may not work at all. This is because the browser requires a Subject Alternative Name (SAN) extension to specify the domain name or IP address for which the certificate is valid.
🔍 Why This Happens
- [Cause]
🔧 Proven Troubleshooting Steps
Method 1: Adding a SAN Extension
- Step 1: Open your SSL certificate file in a text editor, such as Notepad or TextEdit.
Method 2: Using an Online Certificate Generator
- Step 1: Go to a reputable online certificate generator, such as DigiCert or GetPublicKey.
🎯 Final Words
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the 'Invalid self signed SSL cert - Subject Alternative Name Missing' error in Chrome.
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