FICHA · MANJARO

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EFI preloader (unsigned EFI binaries)

  • Runtime
  • System
  • SECURITY
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Loads selected EFI binaries during Secure Boot workflows, often acting as a bridge between firmware trust requirements and bootloaders or operating systems. It is part of the early boot chain, before the normal system starts.

Boot-chain components are security-sensitive. Installing or replacing them incorrectly can prevent booting or weaken Secure Boot expectations, so keep recovery media available and understand the signing model being used.

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