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Bugzilla #1648717 Certificate Problem Report

Sectigo: Failure to provide a preliminary report within 24 hours.

RESOLVED FIXED Sectigo
AI Summary

This case addresses Sectigo's failure to provide a preliminary report within the required 24-hour timeframe after receiving two certificate problem reports. The reports highlighted incorrect subject information in certificates. Although Sectigo acknowledged the reports and initiated revocation processes, the preliminary reports were delayed, leading to concerns about compliance with established guidelines. The issue has since been resolved, with improvements to the revocation process being implemented to prevent future occurrences.

Model: gpt-4o-mini Generated: 2026-06-13 21:00 UTC Confidence: 0.90
Chronology
  1. Two problem reports submitted to Sectigo regarding incorrect certificate subject information.
  2. Sectigo acknowledged the reports but failed to provide preliminary reports within 24 hours.
  3. Sectigo confirmed the findings and initiated revocation of the problematic certificates.
  4. First round of improvements to the revocation portal went live.
Participants
George [:fozzie] Rich Smith Nick Robin Alden Ryan Sleevi Tim Callan
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