Updating signature algorithms for strong name binding

摘要

The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for updating signature algorithms used for signing an assembly with a strong name without changing the identity of the assembly. The present invention enables an assembly that has already been given an identity (via strong name signing with an identity public/private key pair) to be resigned with a different public/private key pair without changing the original identity that was based on the identity public/private key pair. This is accomplished by including a counter signature within the assembly that links the original identity of the assembly to the new signature key pair.