CLI

EJBCA Command Line Interface (CLI)

Slide Deck: EJBCA CLI

Overview: This module takes a look at the (2) tool-kits that are provided with EJBCA;

• EJBCA Client Toolbox and

• EJBCA Command line interface (CLI)

Each toolkit has specific purposes and functionality. The tools do not overlap!

/opt/clientToolBox (Client toolbox) - It can be easily copied off and used on a different server or can be used locally, and allows you to perform tasks such as:

• stress tests with EJBCA,

• test the database connection

• perform WebService calls, such as creating/revoking an End entity - among other functions. We’ll be using some of the commands in this toolkit to give you an idea of its capabilities.

/opt/ejbca/bin (EJBCA CLI) - contains the second toolkit, that can be used to interface with EJBCA using a terminal session. You may also use the commands interactively, or if you like, create a script to run repetitive tasks. Some tasks that can be performed with the CLI include:

• managing crypto tokens,

• managing EJBCA roles,

• and managing CA’s among other functions.