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CyberArk Code Sign Manager - Self-Hosted vs The Update Framework
Both stand on code signing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Code Sign Manager combines key-use controls, approvals, and auditing with client options for several operating systems. Buyers should account for its Trust Protection Foundation installation requirements and request pricing from CyberArk.
Visit CyberArk Code Sign Manager - Self-Hosted Free plan
TUF adds metadata-based verification and signing controls to software update systems. Teams need to provide the update behavior and package formats that TUF itself does not define.
Visit The Update FrameworkThe facts
| CyberArk Code Sign Manager - Self-Hosted | The Update Framework | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Not published | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Not published |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | docs.venafi.com | theupdateframework.io |
| On code signing software | #19 of 28 | #15 of 28 |
CyberArk Code Sign Manager - Self-Hosted: what it does well
- Keys can be protected in a secret store or HSM
- Administrators can restrict use by purpose, user, and IP
- Signing requests can require approval
- APIs expose event logs and signing statistics
- Client interfaces cover Windows, Linux, and macOS
What to know first
- Pricing is available only on request
- Deployment requires multiple Trust Protection Foundation components
- Cloud signing is not supported
The Update Framework: what it does well
- Designed to address repository and key compromise.
- Supports signature thresholds and key revocation.
- Reference implementations include Python, Go, JavaScript, and Rust.
- Integrates with new and existing update systems.
What to know first
- Does not define package formats.
- Does not perform application file updates.
- Does not bootstrap secure installation of arbitrary new software.
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