Creating AS2 System Key to Decrypt Data

To create an AS2 system key for decrypting data, complete the following steps.

    Procedure
  1. Go to Management > Protocol Keys > System Keys > Create Key.

    The Create System Key page is displayed.

  2. Configure the following information:
    ParameterInstruction
    System Key TypeAS2 system key.
    DescriptionEnter a unique description.
    PasswordEnter and confirm the system key password.
    Expiration DateSet this according to your company's standards.
    Key SizeSet to 2048 to higher.
    Signing AlgorithmSet to SHA-256, SHA-384, or SHA-512.
    Set as the Default keySelect this checkbox.
    Common NameSet to IP the name of your AS2 server.

  3. After entering the information, click Create Key to create the AS2 system key.

AS2 requires a system key to decrypt and sign data. You can use the same key for both decryption and signing. Alternatively, you can create a separate key for signing AS2 data. If you want to create a separate key for signing data, follow the procedure for creating an AS2 decryption key. Change the description so that it is clear that this is a signing key.

Alternatively, you can create an AS2 system key that is used when certificate authentication is required for outgoing AS2 transfers to AS2 servers. This is somewhat rare. You can use the same key that is used for decryption or signing. You can also create a separate key for HTTPS. If you want to create a separate key for HTTPS, follow the procedure for creating an AS2 decryption key. Change the description so that it is clear that this is an HTTPS key.