Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates? Don’t panic
News Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates? Don’t panic Microsoft says the Secure Boot certificate rollout is still ongoing and may take a few more months. We’re now heading into August and the issue of updated Secure Boot certificates still hasn’t been resolved for all Windows users.
- ▪News Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates?
- ▪Don’t panic Microsoft says the Secure Boot certificate rollout is still ongoing and may take a few more months.
- ▪We’re now heading into August and the issue of updated Secure Boot certificates still hasn’t been resolved for all Windows users.
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News Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates? Don’t panic Microsoft says the Secure Boot certificate rollout is still ongoing and may take a few more months. Here's what you should do. By Laura Pippig Staff Writer, PC-WELT Jul 29, 2026 6:22 am PDT Image: mundissima / Shutterstock.com Summary created by Smart Answers AIIn summary:PCWorld reports that Microsoft is rolling out new 2023 Secure Boot certificates to replace expiring 2011 versions, with many PCs still awaiting updates.Windows users can check their certificate status through Settings → Windows Security → Device Security, where colors indicate update needs.PCs without updated certificates will continue booting and receiving Windows updates normally, though Windows 10 users need ESU enrollment for certificate…
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