How to inspect TLS encrypted traffic
The article discusses three methods to decrypt TLS traffic, explaining how each method functions and the appropriate usage scenarios.
MAIN POINTS
- Passive decryption involves monitoring and capturing traffic without altering it.
- Active decryption requires intercepting and modifying traffic between endpoints.
- TLS termination decrypts traffic at a proxy server before forwarding it to the destination.
TAKEAWAYS
- Choose passive decryption for minimal impact on network performance.
- Use active decryption when needing to inspect and alter traffic in real-time.
- Opt for TLS termination for efficient decryption at scale in controlled environments.