Secure Boot certificates have been updated but are not yet applied

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Secure Boot certificates have been updated but are not yet applied

Wilson T 225

Hello,

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What's this? Do I need to take any action about it or just leave it alone?

Thanks very much😀

BryceSor 4,930 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator

2025-12-09T05:51:24.3033333+00:00

Hi Wilson T,

Try rebooting your computer, they get installed / replaced on the boot cycle and then recheck your event viewer. FYI I also have the 1801 event error number scatted amongst all the events, so I don't think you have too much to worry about. Let us know after rebooting if you still have 1801 coming up.
Baptiste Boyer 0 Reputation points

2025-12-12T20:48:44.1233333+00:00

I currently have the same issue and it broke the mirroring of my 2 HDD AGAIN, please can someone tell me how this is fixed in the BIOS thanks.

Secure Boot certificates have been updated but are not yet applied to the device firmware. Review the published guidance to complete the update and ensure full protection. This device signature information is included here.

DeviceAttributes: BaseBoardManufacturer:ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.;FirmwareManufacturer:American Megatrends Inc.;FirmwareVersion:4602;OEMModelNumber:System Product Name;OEMModelBaseBoard:ROG STRIX B450-F GAMING II;OEMModelSystemFamily:To be filled by O.E.M.;OEMManufacturerName:System manufacturer;OEMModelSKU:SKU;OSArchitecture:amd64;

BucketId: aa5b3f49388890199a8eade70fa35fb27d954c0eec70cd0b84ea26aae2e35872

BucketConfidenceLevel:

UpdateType:

For more information, please see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2301018.
Gary Rogers 15 Reputation points

2025-12-18T16:00:44.2933333+00:00

It does have an effect... it causes the computer to lag up to 30 seconds....a lifetime if you are trading stocks and options on the platform.
John Westfield 90 Reputation points

2025-12-25T20:57:24.8266667+00:00
With the optional update from October 28 (KB5067036), Microsoft introduced a CLI tool for the WinCS API. Install https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-configuration-system-wincs-apis-for-secure-boot-d3e64aa0-6095-4f8a-b8e4-fbfda254a8fe

Now install this PowerShell-Module:

Install-Module UEFIv2 -Force

You can list now the certificates:

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

Which certificates are needed is listed here:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-secure-boot-certificate-expiration-and-ca-updates-7ff40d33-95dc-4c3c-8725-a9b95457578e

Now set the update configuration:

WinCsFlags.exe /apply --key "F33E0C8E002"

Now, run the Scheduled Task Secure-Boot-Update.

Start-ScheduledTask -TaskName "\Microsoft\Windows\PI\Secure-Boot-Update"

Reboot twice and check again for the certificates and the Event-Log.
Diego Navarro 15 Reputation points

2026-01-17T06:23:10.7933333+00:00

John Westfield This is the right answer, it worked for me. Thank you.
Dino Abay 0 Reputation points

2026-01-20T02:31:07.48+00:00

I have a similar kind of issue. I have a Dell 7350 laptop and it keeps restarting every time I shutdown. When I checked the event log, same error is there. Would that be fixed by @John Westfield 's fix?
Christopher Millensifer 0 Reputation points

2026-02-28T03:05:36.46+00:00
Great - just freaking great ...

PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts : The 'Get-UEFISecureBootCerts' command was found in the module 'UEFIv2', but the module could not be loaded. For

more information, run 'Import-Module UEFIv2'.

At line:1 char:1

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

+ CategoryInfo : ObjectNotFound: (Get-UEFISecureBootCerts:String) [], CommandNotFoundException + FullyQualifiedErrorId : CouldNotAutoloadMatchingModule

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BryceSor 4,930 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator

2025-12-09T05:51:24.3033333+00:00

Hi Wilson T,

Try rebooting your computer, they get installed / replaced on the boot cycle and then recheck your event viewer. FYI I also have the 1801 event error number scatted amongst all the events, so I don't think you have too much to worry about. Let us know after rebooting if you still have 1801 coming up.
Baptiste Boyer 0 Reputation points

2025-12-12T20:48:44.1233333+00:00

I currently have the same issue and it broke the mirroring of my 2 HDD AGAIN, please can someone tell me how this is fixed in the BIOS thanks.

Secure Boot certificates have been updated but are not yet applied to the device firmware. Review the published guidance to complete the update and ensure full protection. This device signature information is included here.

DeviceAttributes: BaseBoardManufacturer:ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.;FirmwareManufacturer:American Megatrends Inc.;FirmwareVersion:4602;OEMModelNumber:System Product Name;OEMModelBaseBoard:ROG STRIX B450-F GAMING II;OEMModelSystemFamily:To be filled by O.E.M.;OEMManufacturerName:System manufacturer;OEMModelSKU:SKU;OSArchitecture:amd64;

BucketId: aa5b3f49388890199a8eade70fa35fb27d954c0eec70cd0b84ea26aae2e35872

BucketConfidenceLevel:

UpdateType:

For more information, please see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2301018.
Gary Rogers 15 Reputation points

2025-12-18T16:00:44.2933333+00:00

It does have an effect... it causes the computer to lag up to 30 seconds....a lifetime if you are trading stocks and options on the platform.
John Westfield 90 Reputation points

2025-12-25T20:57:24.8266667+00:00

With the optional update from October 28 (KB5067036), Microsoft introduced a CLI tool for the WinCS API. Install https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-configuration-system-wincs-apis-for-secure-boot-d3e64aa0-6095-4f8a-b8e4-fbfda254a8fe

Now install this PowerShell-Module:

Install-Module UEFIv2 -Force

You can list now the certificates:

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

Which certificates are needed is listed here:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-secure-boot-certificate-expiration-and-ca-updates-7ff40d33-95dc-4c3c-8725-a9b95457578e

Now set the update configuration:

WinCsFlags.exe /apply --key "F33E0C8E002"

Now, run the Scheduled Task Secure-Boot-Update.

Start-ScheduledTask -TaskName "\Microsoft\Windows\PI\Secure-Boot-Update"

Reboot twice and check again for the certificates and the Event-Log.
Diego Navarro 15 Reputation points

2026-01-17T06:23:10.7933333+00:00

John Westfield This is the right answer, it worked for me. Thank you.
Dino Abay 0 Reputation points

2026-01-20T02:31:07.48+00:00

I have a similar kind of issue. I have a Dell 7350 laptop and it keeps restarting every time I shutdown. When I checked the event log, same error is there. Would that be fixed by @John Westfield 's fix?
Christopher Millensifer 0 Reputation points

2026-02-28T03:05:36.46+00:00

Great - just freaking great ...

PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts : The 'Get-UEFISecureBootCerts' command was found in the module 'UEFIv2', but the module could not be loaded. For

more information, run 'Import-Module UEFIv2'.

At line:1 char:1

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

+ CategoryInfo : ObjectNotFound: (Get-UEFISecureBootCerts:String) [], CommandNotFoundException + FullyQualifiedErrorId : CouldNotAutoloadMatchingModule

Answer 1

Alexandr S 104.6K Independent Advisor

Hello, Wilson T.

If the OS is stable, you can ignore these messages. Judging by the information from the screenshot, they relate to updates from Lenovo (the manufacturer of your PC).

P.S. Even on a fully functional PC and a working OS, there are always similar messages in the Event Viewer. This is the normal behavior of the log collector.

Gary Rogers 15 Reputation points

2025-12-18T16:01:31.1333333+00:00

It does make a difference.... see comment above
Michael Held 25 Reputation points

2025-12-20T14:42:19.38+00:00

e.g. DELL will NOT update Optiplex 7050 UEFI (2017) because they let MS do the job.
Garry 5 Reputation points

2025-12-22T15:11:10.0033333+00:00

I have the same problem with Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 - last Bios updated to F33
BryceSor 4,930 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator

2025-12-23T06:14:57.2766667+00:00

Hi Gary Rogers,

I dont think Secure Boot certificate would cause an issue as far as 30 second freeze is concerned, what make and model is your computer, the drivers installed, this sounds far more likely to hardware/ software issue. I can help by pointing which logs to look at that might show which part is causing these delays, let me know.
Gary Rogers 15 Reputation points

2025-12-23T14:04:51.19+00:00

Dell Pro Slim Plus QBS1250, all drivers updated via their website. I uploaded the logs to Dell, but no solution as of yet. Reset to original state and updated Windows 11 to latest patches and updated all drivers yet again. Still no solution to temporary freezes (10 sec. --- I exaggerated when I said 30 seconds because that's what it seemed like at the time).
Dean Wortmier 15 Reputation points

2026-02-14T19:37:17.27+00:00

May not be an issue. Check your BIOS for your type of boot. If you are using the LEGACY boot, then you're not using the secure boot or the these keys anyway and so updating is NOT necessary. Life goes on, albeit with a once per month error in the event log.

DO NOT CHANGE from Legacy Boot to Secure Boot because this will require a reinstall of Windows, and I'm pretty sure you don't want to do that.

Answer 2

With the optional update from October 28 (KB5067036), Microsoft introduced a CLI tool for the WinCS API. Install https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-configuration-system-wincs-apis-for-secure-boot-d3e64aa0-6095-4f8a-b8e4-fbfda254a8fe

Now install this PowerShell-Module:

Install-Module UEFIv2 -Force

You can list now the certificates:

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts db | select SignatureSubject

Get-UEFISecureBootCerts kek | select SignatureSubject

Certificates which are updated are listed here:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/windows-secure-boot-certificate-expiration-and-ca-updates-7ff40d33-95dc-4c3c-8725-a9b95457578e

WinCsFlags is going to update ALL FOUR certificates listed. Also the one stored in KEK.

Now set the update configuration:

WinCsFlags.exe /apply --key "F33E0C8E002"

Now, run the Scheduled Task Secure-Boot-Update.

Start-ScheduledTask -TaskName "\Microsoft\Windows\PI\Secure-Boot-Update"

Reboot twice and check again for the certificates and the Event-Log.

If all is updated, you can set back the update configuration:

WinCsFlags.exe /apply --key "F33E0C8E001"

Dean Wortmier 15 Reputation points

2026-02-14T19:38:58.5833333+00:00

If this doesn't work, you're not using secure boot. But don't change because you'll have to reinstall Windows if you change the boot type

Answer 3

Dean Wortmier 15

STOP!

May not be an issue. Check your BIOS for your type of boot. If you are using the LEGACY boot, then you're not using the secure boot or the these keys anyway and so updating is NOT necessary. Life goes on, albeit with a once per month error in the event log.

DO NOT CHANGE from Legacy Boot to Secure Boot because this will require a reinstall of Windows, and I'm pretty sure you don't want to do that.

Clash Plays 0 Reputation points

2026-02-28T18:42:18.36+00:00

Im using Huawei Matebook D15 2022 with a Model number: BOD-WXX9-PCB-B3. And this is the problem also in Event Viewer in Summary page events where error icon appears with Event ID of 1801:

Updated Secure Boot certificates are available on this device but have not yet been applied to the firmware. Review the published guidance to complete the update and maintain full protection. This device signature information is included here.

DeviceAttributes: BaseBoardManufacturer:HUAWEI;FirmwareManufacturer:HUAWEI;FirmwareVersion:2.31;OEMModelNumber:BOD-WXX9;OEMModelBaseBoard:BOD-WXX9-PCB-B3;OEMModelSystemFamily:MateBook D;OEMManufacturerName:HUAWEI;OEMModelSKU:C170;OSArchitecture:amd64;

BucketId: 36340435879aed799ddaf7759fed69bedf9488c225158675f990220ee0c7ef86

BucketConfidenceLevel:

UpdateType:

For more information, please see https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2301018

Answer 4

Daniel Nikolov 0

I fixed that issue by using power shell reg key and schedule from here..
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/registry-key-updates-for-secure-boot-windows-devices-with-it-managed-updates-a7be69c9-4634-42e1-9ca1-df06f43f360d#bkmk_registry_keys
i used that part to fix it..
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/registry-key-updates-for-secure-boot-windows-devices-with-it-managed-updates-a7be69c9-4634-42e1-9ca1-df06f43f360d#bkmk_device_testing

Michael Held 25 Reputation points

2025-12-20T14:40:54.7833333+00:00

nice details, but...
...how exactly?

<Too much detailed information error>
Jim Adamson 0 Reputation points

2025-12-20T17:43:01.58+00:00

Follow the steps under the Device testing using registry keys heading, in the grey box on the linked page. These worked for me also. Before I followed the steps I ran https://github.com/cjee21/Check-UEFISecureBootVariables/blob/main/Check%20Windows%20state.cmd and UEFICA2023Status was InProgress. After UEFICA2023Status was Updated.

Answer 5

Edward エドワドアディパットラー Adiputra 0

i have same issue. after update windows 11 (os build 26100.7462) if im launch delta force always green screen and im check event viewer show problem source TPM-WM and event id: 1801.

general description
Secure Boot certificates have been updated but are not yet applied to the device firmware. Review the published guidance to complete the update and ensure full protection. This device signature information is included here.

DeviceAttributes: BaseBoardManufacturer:ASRock;FirmwareManufacturer:American Megatrends International, LLC.;FirmwareVersion:L2.33

please microsoft fix that!

Manny Gonzalez 0 Reputation points

2025-12-19T04:17:39.03+00:00

I have this same error but i Have Secure boot on, ive already done everything on YT vids and drivers, also did DDU, sfc /scannow and a whole bunch of commands, replaced the game driver to studio driver still same issue now all i have left is trying an old version but i dont think thats gonna work either
Edward エドワドアディパットラー Adiputra 0 Reputation points

2025-12-19T07:59:23.4733333+00:00

yes, after update windows , i cant play delta force or games that require tpm security after launch that game and then green screen
Thamil Pranav Selven 0 Reputation points

2025-12-22T17:48:12.2+00:00

I am also face the same issue and unable to valorant
Edward エドワドアディパットラー Adiputra 0 Reputation points

2025-12-22T18:09:39.58+00:00

try uninstall security device in device manager and restart pc/laptop and then security device will be automatic reinstall after finish booting to dekstop

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