DigiCert: Threat of legal action to stifle Bugzilla discourse

DigiCert sent a Cease & Desist letter to Sectigo regarding comments made by a Sectigo representative about a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO). This action was perceived as an attempt to suppress open discussion within the WebPKI community. DigiCert acknowledged that the letter could negatively impact community communication and committed to improving transparency and accountability through the establishment of an Ombudsman program. The incident highlighted the need for better handling of competitive tensions and misinformation in industry forums.

1. 2024-11-11 Cease & Desist letter sent to Sectigo
2. 2025-02-24 Incident reported in Bugzilla
3. 2025-09-10 Closing summary posted