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    Default USPS and SSLv3

    I just received this email from USPS:
    This message explains some security improvements planned for our services. Effective March 2017 (exact date to be determined), Web Tools will discontinue support of SSLv3 for securing connections to our HTTPS APIs including all shipping label and package pickup APIs. After this change, integrations leveraging SSLv3 will fail when attempting to access the APIs.


    Is this a potential Zencart issue or a hosting site issue?
    Steve Pembleton
    www.cheapjumprings.com

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    Default Re: USPS and SSLv3

    Zen Cart's USPS plugin module doesn't require or use SSL to talk to USPS, because the Rates API doesn't use/require HTTPS for getting shipping rates.
    So this is not a Zen Cart software issue or requirement.


    However, if you're using *other* 3rd-party plugins that access the Shipping Label or Package Pickup APIs at USPS, then you'll need to ensure your servers meet those requirements. Work with your hosting company directly to have them confirm that they are compliant.
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    Default Re: USPS and SSLv3

    Thanks for the quick response. I figured you all had it under control, but I had to ask!
    Steve Pembleton
    www.cheapjumprings.com

 

 

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