A CA that is signed by a superior CA (e.g., a Root CA or another Intermediate CA) and signs CAs (e.g., another Intermediate or Subordinate CA). The Intermediate CA exists in the middle of a trust chain between the Trust Anchor, or Root, and the subscriber certificate issuing Subordinate CAs. Source: CNSSI No. 1300
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A CA that is signed by a superior CA (e.g., a Root CA or another Intermediate CA) and signs CAs (e.g., another Intermediate or Subordinate CA). The Intermediate CA exists in the middle of a trust chain between the Trust Anchor, or Root, and the subscriber certificate issuing Subordinate CAs. Source: CNSSI No. 1300
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Intermediate Certification Authority (ca). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/intermediate-certification-authority-ca
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