Introduction Microsoft is updating the Windows code-signing infrastructure to replace expiring certificates (CAs), strengthen signing algorithms, and prepare for post-quantum cryptography (PQC). Some applications might fail when Microsoft signing certificates or algorithms change, even when Windows considers the signed file valid and trusted.

Signing certificate and certificate authority Signing certificate To create a digital signature, you need a signing certificate, which proves identity. When you send a digitally-signed macro or document, you also send your certificate and public key. Certificates are issued by a certification authority, and like a driver’s license, can be ...

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Summary The /INTEGRITYCHECK linker option provides Windows kernel digital signature verification for user mode Portable Executables (PE) files. This linker option is required for anti-malware and anti-cheat scenarios to register components with the Windows Security Center. You must sign IntegrityCheck-linked user mode PEs using Trusted Signing (formerly Azure Code Signing). The cross-signing ...

For Microsoft 365 or Office apps installed on a Windows PC: If you're not already in a Microsoft 365 or Office file or document, open an app such as Word or Excel, and open an existing file, or create a new one. Select File > Account (or Office Account if you're using Outlook). If you're not already signed in, click Sign In. In the Sign in window, type the email address and password you use ...

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