Documenting certificate distribution pain points for the Python ecosystem

· · Oct. 20, 2026, 11:04 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses the challenges of managing certificate distribution in the Python ecosystem following recent compromises in the CA system. The author suggests relying more on system-provided CA certificates rather than distributing them via Python's packages like certifi. It highlights the complexity of upgrades and dependency management, especially in response to security vulnerabilities.
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