Microsoft proposes issuing security certificates to computers

In 2010, Scott Charney, vice president of Microsoft's Trustworthy Computing division, proposed developing ways to combat viruses similar to those that exist in everyday life.

He proposed that computers with internet access be provided with special encrypted certificates (a kind of "medical certificate") confirming that the device is free of malware and poses no threat to other users. When attempting to connect to the internet, the provider should verify this certificate and either grant the PC access or send it for "remediation."

However, most experts criticized this idea, considering it an attempt to restrict internet freedom and invade users' privacy. Scott Charney recently proposed a new solution.

He remains confident that security certificates can be implemented, but they should be verified by the operators of specific web services, not by providers. He also mentioned payment and banking systems as an option, as certificates would help them limit user access if a threat is detected.

Charney also believes that special measures should be taken to warn users about new infections or unpatched "holes" in software.