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Certificates

WinRM Certificate Rotation on a Dedicated Script Host

Posted on March 2, 2026March 2, 2026 by Don Horrox

Renewing the SSL certificate bound to a WinRM HTTPS listener is a routine and valuable maintenance task. This post walks through validating, replacing, and securely rebinding the certificate on your Script Host, which we deployed in a previous article.

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Maintaining Trust: SSL Certificate Renewal in VMware VCF Automation

Posted on February 20, 2026April 16, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this article, we explore how to replace the SSL certificate for VCF Automation 8.18 using Aria Suite Lifecycle. Although many Administrators loathe working with certificates, you may be surprised how streamlined the process truly can be.

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Fortified vCenter Security – Replace the SSL Machine Certificate in vCenter 8

Posted on December 19, 2024April 14, 2026 by Don Horrox

In this article, we explore how to enhance the security of your vCenter Server by replacing the default self-signed SSL certificate with a signed certificate. VMware has streamlined the process in vCenter 8, making the workflow much easier and more efficient for Administrators. This article will provide an overview of the updated procedure and highlight key considerations to ensure a successful implementation.

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