Is the CertificateServicesClient Error in Windows 11 24H2 a Real Threat, or Can You Safely Ignore It?

Seeing a Strange CertificateServicesClient Certificate Error in Windows 11 24H2? Here’s Why You Can Safely Ignore This Annoying Glitch.

A new error message has appeared for some Windows 11 users, but you do not need to worry. Microsoft has confirmed that an error related to “CertificateServicesClient” is showing up in the Event Viewer for those with the 24H2 version of Windows 11. This may sound concerning, but the good news is that this error is harmless and can be safely ignored.

This issue started appearing after the optional non-security preview update in July 2025 and continued with the August 2025 security update. The error is a false positive, meaning it looks like a problem but isn’t one. It’s tied to a new feature that Microsoft is still developing.

Understanding the CertificateServicesClient Error

When you check the Event Viewer, you might see an error with the ID 57. The message will say, “The ‘Microsoft Pluton Cryptographic Provider’ provider was not loaded because initialization failed”. This message appears every time the computer restarts.

The CertificateServicesClient is a tool that helps manage digital certificates on your computer. These certificates are important for securely connecting to networks, websites, and services. If there were a real problem with this service, you would likely have trouble with these connections. However, since this is a false alarm, your computer’s functions are not affected.

Why You Can Ignore This Error

Microsoft has officially stated that this error is a false positive. The error message is being triggered by a new feature that is still under development and not yet fully active in the operating system.

Here’s what you need to know:

• No Real Impact. Your computer’s performance and security are not affected by this error. You can continue to use your device, connect to the internet, and run your applications as usual.
• A Known Bug. Microsoft acknowledged the bug on August 11, 2025. Because it was so close to the monthly security update release on August 12, a fix was not included, which is why more users are now seeing it.
• Future Fix. The company is currently working on a solution that will be included in a future Windows update. No action is required from you to resolve the issue.

This isn’t the first time a false alarm has appeared in Event Viewer. A similar issue occurred in June 2025 with an error related to the Windows Firewall, which was also linked to a feature in development and was later resolved.

Other Recent Windows 11 24H2 Issues

While the CertificateServicesClient error is benign, the latest Windows 11 24H2 updates have introduced some other, more disruptive problems for some users.

Installation Failures

The August 2025 security update (KB5063878) has failed to install for some users, particularly in business environments using WSUS or SCCM, showing errors like 0x80240069.

Gaming and Stability Problems

Some users have reported significant issues with virtual reality (VR) gaming after recent updates, leading to system crashes, also known as the “Blue Screen of Death” (BSOD). These problems seem to be linked to anti-cheat engines used in many popular games.

Previous Service Bugs

Earlier, there was an issue with a service called “SgrmBroker” failing to start and creating unnecessary logs. Microsoft later clarified this service was being phased out and its failure caused no harm.

Microsoft is aware of these issues and has addressed some stability problems in the latest updates. However, if your computer is experiencing frequent crashes or performance drops after an update, it may be wise to pause updates for a short period until more stable patches are released.