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A Critical Deadline Is Approaching for Windows and Linux Security

  • Dan Goodin, Ars Technica--Wired
  • published date: 2026-06-21 09:00:00 UTC

The cryptographic keys that secure your computer's boot sequence will start to expire on June 24. Here's what that means for you.

The clock is ticking for Windows and Linux users to update cryptographic keys that protect their systems against firmware-based UEFI infections, a pernicious form of malware that loads before operati… [+4209 chars]