- What is Secure Boot
- Secure Boot is a security feature for modern PCs
- It checks software signatures during startup to prevent malicious software
- It's supported by both Windows and various Linux distributions
- How It Works
- Verifies UEFI firmware drivers, EFI applications, and operating system
- Prevents malware from injecting into boot process
- Can be compromised by firmware or hardware vulnerabilities
- Usage Recommendations
- Secure Boot is enabled by default in Windows 11
- Check Secure Boot status in msinfo32
- Keep enabled unless installing incompatible software
- Disable if needed for specific Linux distributions
- Be cautious when browsing if Secure Boot is disabled