Fixing PowerShell Authentication Failed Due to Certificate Errors - Fix Permission Denied When Clearing Windows 11 Update Cache-Windows Defender SSL Certificate Error Configuration Guide
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.
Extra verification checklist
- Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
- Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
- Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.