Issues of normative legal regulation of using an electronic signature as an information security element

The article deals with the issues of normative legal regulation of the procedure for using an electronic signature in the framework of electronic document flow in the territory of the Russian Federation. The introduction of electronic document management in institutions requires the use of an electronic signature in order to ensure information security. However, in this area a number of legal problems arise. In particular, the determination of the legitimacy of an electronic document, which causes controversy among lawyers. In this regard, the study of the regulatory nature of the use of electronic signatures is relevant. However, it is necessary to consider the information and technical aspect of using this electronic resource.

electronic signature, electronic document management, authentication, information security, legitimacy, electronic document