Why Am I Getting “New CPU Installed fTPM/PSP NV Corrupted” Message on Boot?

[orvellan]

After upgrading my processor, I’m seeing new cpu installed ftpm/psp nv corrupted during startup. Is this normal, and what steps should I take to fix it safely?

 

[Erika]

This message appears because the system detects a change or reset in the CPU’s TPM (security module) data, often after a CPU upgrade, BIOS reset, or firmware update.

It means the fTPM/PSP stored keys are corrupted or don’t match, so the system asks to reset them.

 

[calebhartley]

This message appears when the system detects a change in CPU or firmware TPM data. It often happens after a BIOS update or CPU swap. The Trusted Platform Module data may be reset. Enter BIOS, confirm reset if no encryption keys are needed, or restore previous settings carefully.

 

[halverin72x]

Message will be displayed when the system records a fluctuation in CPU or TPM data, and the firmware TPM (fTPM) will restart. It happens frequently following an update in the BIOS or the introduction of new hardware. It is connected with Trusted Platform Module settings. Unless you replaced the hardware, defaulted BIOS, or reset fTPM--but be careful, it might demolish encryption keys (such as BitLocker).

 

[niyati]

This message appears when your system detects changes in CPU or security module data, causing the firmware TPM (fTPM) to reload. This is a common occurrence after updating your BIOS or installing new hardware components. While it is a standard part of the Trusted Platform Module security process, you should proceed with caution: resetting the fTPM can permanently delete your encryption keys, potentially locking you out of data protected by tools like BitLocker.