Faronics Deep Freeze Standard version 8.38.020.4676 was released on October 16, 2017. This specific patch was primarily a maintenance release focused on resolving stability and compatibility issues for Windows systems. Key Fixes & Improvements
UEFI and Secure Boot Enhancements: The base 8.38.020.4676 sometimes triggered Secure Boot violations on newer UEFI firmware, especially on Dell OptiPlex and Lenovo ThinkCentre models. The patch updates the boot loader’s digital signature. Faronics Deep Freeze Standard 8.38.020.4676 Patch
Before diving into the specifics of the patch, it’s important to understand the base software. Deep Freeze Standard (as opposed to Enterprise or Server editions) is designed for standalone workstations. It works by taking a snapshot of the hard drive’s partition and redirecting write operations to a temporary overlay. When the computer restarts, the overlay is discarded, and the system reverts to the frozen state. Faronics Deep Freeze Standard version 8
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. Always test patches in a non-production environment first. Faronics and Deep Freeze are trademarks of Faronics Corporation. The patch updates the boot loader’s digital signature
: Deep Freeze can be configured to automatically download Windows updates while in a "Frozen" state. It then automatically "Thaws" the system at a scheduled time to install the updates and "Refreezes" when finished. Master Boot Record (MBR) Security
Benefits of Using Faronics Deep Freeze Standard 8.38.020.4676 Patch
The Faronics Deep Freeze Standard 8.38.020.4676 Patch is designed for IT administrators and organizations that rely on Deep Freeze Standard to manage and secure their endpoint devices. This patch is essential for: