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How to Fix java.lang.SecurityException

Fix SecurityException in Minecraft by re-downloading the mod from official sources like CurseForge or Modrinth.

Quick Fix

Re-download the mod from CurseForge or Modrinth. The jar file may have been modified.

Error Message

java.lang.SecurityException: Invalid signature file digest

How to Fix

1

Download the mod from its official CurseForge or Modrinth page

2

Delete the existing jar and replace with the fresh download

3

If the mod is open source, build it from source

4

Remove META-INF signature files from the jar if the mod is known safe

Common Causes

  • Mod jar file has been tampered with or repackaged
  • Downloaded mod from unofficial source
  • Jar signing verification failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Delete the suspect mod jar
  2. Download from the official source
  3. Place in mods folder
  4. Restart

FAQ

Is it safe to download mods from sites other than CurseForge or Modrinth?

Stick to official sources. Third-party sites may inject malware or modify mod files, causing this error and posing security risks.

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