The SSL certificate is expired. on Azure VM - Microsoft Q&A (2024)

Hi Michael,

Renewing SSL certificates is essential for maintaining a secure connection.

While Azure Key Vault is a recommended method for managing certificates, if you don't have it set up, you can follow these simplified steps to renew your SSL certificate directly within the Azure Portal:

Obtain a New Certificate: Generate a new SSL certificate using tools like OpenSSL or from a trusted certificate authority.

Upload the Certificate: Log in to the Azure Portal and go to your Virtual Machine settings. Look for SSL certificate management options and upload the new certificate there.

Configure SSL Binding: Set up SSL binding by specifying the new certificate for your application or services on the VM.

Update DevOps Pipeline: Modify your Azure DevOps Pipeline to utilize the new certificate during deployment. Adjust deployment scripts or configurations as needed.

While managing SSL certificates within an Azure VM can seem straightforward, Azure Key Vault offers enhanced security and convenience. If you find these steps too intricate, consider implementing Azure Key Vault for future certificate management to streamline the process.

Hope this helps.