Apple stops "signing" older iOS versions shortly after new releases. If you are trying to install a version that is no longer signed, Apple's servers will refuse the SHSH request.

If the error mentions "Install" or "Communication," the issue is how your PC talks to the iPhone.

If the user needs blobs for an firmware → impossible via any tool. If for signed firmware → use blobsaver (open source) as reliable alternative. 3uTools “Fix Install” likely won’t resolve signing status issues – should clearly warn user instead of failing silently.