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       Linux systems using Secure Boot rely on a Microsoft signed "shim" bootloader. The current key expires in September, after which Microsoft will no longer use it to sign new bootloaders. While a replacement key has been available since 2023, it is missing from many systems. Fixing this requires a firmware update from hardware vendors, which isn't guaranteed for older devices. Most modern systems should transition smoothly, but some distros will face extra manual work https://lwn.net/Articles/1029767/