check before: 2026-05-18
Product:
Windows
Platform:
Online, World tenant
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Change type:
Admin impact
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Details:
Secure Boot certificates start expiring in June of 2026. Whether you're actively deploying or just starting to plan, an ongoing series of AMAs is here to provide you with clear, practical answers directly from Microsoft experts.
When will this happen:
The next Secure Boot AMA will take place on the Microsoft Tech Community at 8:00 AM PDT on May 18, 2026.
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Created:
2026-05-14
updated:
2026-05-14
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Direct effects for Operations**
Secure Boot Certificate Expiration
If Secure Boot certificates expire without proper preparation, devices may fail to boot, leading to downtime and loss of productivity.
- roles: System Administrators, End Users
- references: https://aka.ms/GetSecureBoot, https://aka.ms/SecureBootPlaybook
Increased Support Tickets
Unprepared changes may lead to a surge in support tickets as users encounter boot issues, overwhelming IT support teams.
- roles: Help Desk Technicians, System Administrators
- references: https://aka.ms/GetSecureBoot, https://aka.ms/SecureBootPlaybook
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience unexpected system failures or inability to access their devices, negatively impacting their work and satisfaction.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://aka.ms/GetSecureBoot, https://aka.ms/SecureBootPlaybook
Compliance Risks
Failure to manage Secure Boot updates may lead to compliance issues with security standards, risking organizational integrity.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Security Managers
- references: https://aka.ms/GetSecureBoot, https://aka.ms/SecureBootPlaybook
Resource Allocation Strain
Unplanned incidents may divert resources from other projects, affecting overall IT operations and project timelines.
- roles: IT Managers, Project Managers
- references: https://aka.ms/GetSecureBoot, https://aka.ms/SecureBootPlaybook
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