A Signatory shall be held responsible for the consequences of the failure thereof if the following measures are not observed: 1. Exercising due diligence to avoid any unauthorized use of the Electronic Signature or Seal Creation Data. 2. Notifying the concerned Licensee if it becomes known that there are doubts about the level of security or validity of the Electronic Signature or Seal Creation Data thereof that is used to create such signature or seal. 3. Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of any material data provided thereby in relation to the Authentication Certificate throughout its validity period, in cases where the use of this certificate is required. 4. Reporting any changes to, or lack of confidentiality of, the information contained in the Authentication Certificate. 5. Using valid Authentication Certificates.
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