Topic: cryptographic security
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Windows Updates Keep Secure Boot Alive
Microsoft is automatically updating expiring Secure Boot certificates via Windows updates to maintain device security against modern threats. The update is critical as expired certificates would degrade system security, potentially blocking boot-level patches and causing compatibility issues. Whi...
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Election Voided After Official Loses Secret Encryption Key
The International Association of Cryptologic Research must rerun its leadership election after a critical encryption key was permanently lost, preventing the decryption of the final tally. The election used the Helios voting platform, which ensures voter anonymity and verifiable counting through ...
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