Section 30 of ITA, 2000 : Section 30: Certifying Authority To Follow Certain Procedures

The Information Technology Act, 2000

Bare Act

  • CHAPTER VI: REGULATION OF CERTIFYING AUTHORITIES

Every Certifying Authority shall, -

  1. make use of hardware, software and procedures that are secure from intrusion and misuse;
  2. provide a reasonable level of reliability in its services which are reasonably suited to the performance of intended functions;
  3. adhere to security procedures to ensure that the secrecy and privacy of the electronic signatures are assured;
  4. be the repository of all electronic signature Certificates issued under this Act;
  5. publish information regarding its practices, electronic signature Certificates and current status of such certificates;
  6. observe such other standards as may be specified by regulations.

Simplified Act

Every company that issues digital certificates (Certifying Authority) must:

  1. use secure technology and processes to prevent unauthorized access and misuse;
  2. ensure that its services are dependable and appropriate for the tasks they're meant to perform;
  3. follow strict security measures to keep digital signatures confidential and protect the identity of the users;
  4. keep a ...

Explanation using Example

Let's consider a hypothetical scenario. Imagine a company named SecureSign Inc., which acts as a Certifying Authority under the Information Technology Act, 2000.

  1. SecureSign Inc. uses state-of-the-art servers, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems to ensure their hardware and software are secure from any unauthorized access or misuse.
  2. The company provides reliable services to its customers, ensuring their electronic signature services work seamlessly for signing documents online, which is the intended function.
  3. SecureSign Inc. follows stringent security procedures, including encryption and two-factor authentication, to ensure the privacy and secrecy of the electronic signatures generated through their platform.
  4. As a Certifying Authority, Secure...

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