IP: SSL Certificate "Monopoly" Bears Financial Fruit

[Lucky Green]

James wrote:
> On 11 Jul 2002 at 1:22, Lucky Green wrote:
> > "Trusted roots" have long been bought and sold on the 
> secondary market 
> > as any other commodity. For surprisingly low amounts, you 
> too can own 
> > a trusted root that comes pre-installed in >95% of all web browsers 
> > deployed.
> 
>  How much, typically?

I'd rather not state the exact figures. A search of SEC filings may or
may not turn up further details.

> And who actually owns these numerous trusted roots? 

I am not sure I understand the question.

--Lucky


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