I deleted the following files from the / Library and ~ / Library folders:
com.apple.security.plist
and
preferences.plist
then I was able to open the security preferences again.
I'm not sure if this works for everyone or if it was just a coincidence for me, but it would be worth a try.
Hans_J_H
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