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How did the automation of SSL/TLS certificate renewals impact the client's security posture?
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Prior to John's implementation, manual certificate management led to occasional security vulnerabilities due to expired certificates. By configuring Cloudflare's Universal SSL feature alongside custom certificates, John established an automated process for certificate renewals. This automation ensured that certificates were always renewed before expiration, eliminating gaps in SSL/TLS protection. The consistent, up-to-date SSL/TLS coverage strengthened the client's overall security posture by maintaining continuous encryption and reducing the risk of man-in-the-middle attacks or data breaches due to expired certificates. John's automation of SSL/TLS certificate renewals significantly enhanced the client's security posture by ensuring continuous, up-to-date encryption and eliminating vulnerabilities associated with expired certificates.