Document URL:

https://dxp-docp-prod.apps.ext-waf.spoke.prod.us-west-2.aws.paas.redhat.com/documentation/en-us/red_hat_satellite/6.15/html-single/installing_capsule_server/index?lb_target=preview#configuring-repositories-proxy_capsule

https://access.redhat.com/documentation/en-us/red_hat_satellite/6.14/html/installing_capsule_server/installing-capsule-server#creating-a-custom-ssl-certificate_capsule

Section Number and Name:
2.7.2.1. Creating a Custom SSL Certificate for Capsule Server
2.6.2.1. Creating a Custom SSL Certificate for Capsule Server

Describe the issue:

Certificate Details Clarification needed

The documentation related to certificates lacks clarity or completeness in providing information regarding the components of a distinguished name (DN) used in X.509 certificates. The essential details such as Country Name (C), State or Province Name (ST), Locality Name (L), Organization Name (O), and Organizational Unit (OU) need to be more explicitly addressed, including examples and usage guidelines.

Suggestions for improvement:

These are components of a distinguished name (DN) commonly used in X.509 certificates for public key infrastructure (PKI):

C (Country Name): A two-letter code representing the country.

ST (State or Province Name): The full name of the state or province.

L (Locality Name): The locality or city name.

O (Organization Name): The name of the organization or company.

OU (Organizational Unit): The division within the organization responsible for the certificate.

These components help uniquely identify and categorize entities within the PKI, providing essential information about the certificate holder and the context in which the certificate is issued. When creating a certificate signing request (CSR) or a self-signed certificate, these details are often included to establish the identity and affiliation of the certificate subject.

Additional information:

The information specified in req_distinguished_name becomes part of the subject field in the issued certificate, making it essential for accurately reflecting the identity and affiliation of the certificate holder
It defines the attributes such as Country (C), State (ST), Locality (L), Organization (O), and Organizational Unit (OU) that uniquely identify the subject of the certificate.