When the m-commerce vendor sees the signed data, it needs to verify that the signature is from an identifiable source to verify the authenticity of the user and to check the integrity of the data. In many countries, this certificate is legally binding, thereby providing assurance of nonrepudiation. The solution needs to be compatible with today's mobile access devices and with evolving technology, standards, and protocols, as well as with existing security infrastructure or any future infrastructure that may be adopted to secure e-commerce applications. Finally, given the predicted growth rate of mobile subscribers, m-commerce vendors need to ensure that their chosen solution is scalable and that it can secure the millions of connections the market will be demanding in years to come. Printer friendly version.
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