What is keystore in database?

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This section provides a quick introduction of 'keystore' - a database file used to store private keys and public key certificates. 'keystore' file can be managed by the KeyStore class or the 'keytool' command.

What does a keystore do?

Keystore is used to store private key and identity certificates that a specific program should present to both parties (server or client) for verification. Truststore is used to store certificates from Certified Authorities (CA) that verify the certificate presented by the server in SSL connection.

What is keystore content?

It protects private keys with a password. A Keytool keystore contains the private key and any certificates necessary to complete a chain of trust and establish the trustworthiness of the primary certificate. Each certificate in a Java keystore is associated with a unique alias.

Is keystore same as private key?

Keystore files, commonly known as UTC/JSON files, are files that are generated using a private key + a password of your choosing, essentially encrypting the private key.

What is keystore and Keytool?

Java Keytool is a key and certificate management tool that is used to manipulate Java Keystores, and is included with Java. A Java Keystore is a container for authorization certificates or public key certificates, and is often used by Java-based applications for encryption, authentication, and serving over HTTPS.

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