China: Information Technology Security Policy on Public Key Infrastructure Security Management Protocols (GB/T 19714-2025) enters into force

On 1 February 2026, the Information Technology Security Policy on Public Key Infrastructure Security Management Protocols (GB/T 19714-2025) enters into force. It fully replaces the earlier GB/T 19714-2005 version. The standard defines the communication protocols for certificate management between components within a public key infrastructure. The standard unifies the formats of public key infrastructure and simplifies system component docking. It also provides a reference for the design, development, and operation of public key infrastructure. Additionally, the standard aims to facilitate cross-system certificate management interoperability.