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UEFI & Secure Boot

UEFI & Secure Boot

Articles on UEFI firmware, Secure Boot cryptographic key lifecycle, bootkit mitigation, and firmware update mechanisms for Windows and Linux.

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Your PC’s Boot Chain Is About to Go Dark — Here’s How to Fix It

The cryptographic keys protecting your Windows and Linux PC from firmware-level malware expire June 24, 2026. If you don’t act, your machine will still boot—but it’ll be wide open to attacks that survive OS reinstalls.