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July 10, 2026

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug That Eats 500GB Of Your Storage

Microsoft has acknowledged a significant issue affecting Windows 11 users on versions 24H2 and 25H2, where a bug can consume up to 500GB of storage, leading to critical space shortages and potential system failure. This bug has been reported since May 2025, with a solution disclosed on June 29, but it will not be automatically rolled out until July 14. Users can check if they are affected by navigating to Settings > System > Storage and examining the “System files” category; if it exceeds 100GB, they are likely impacted. The issue is linked to a hidden file named CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal in the “%ProgramData%MicrosoftWindowsCapabilityAccessManager” directory. Microsoft has released an optional update (KB5095093) to address the bug, which also includes feature previews that may affect performance. Users are advised against deleting the problematic file to avoid disrupting WiFi connectivity and screen capture functionalities. An automatic fix will be deployed during the July 14 update.

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July 9, 2026

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug That Can Consume Over 500GB of Storage Through Permission Log File

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in Windows 11 that causes the Capability Access Manager's write-ahead log file to expand indefinitely, potentially exceeding 500GB of storage on affected devices. This issue is addressed in update KB5095093, which includes builds 26200.8737 and 26100.8737. Users can manually install this update via the optional updates section of Windows Update or wait for its automatic rollout during the July 2026 Patch Tuesday. The Capability Access Manager manages app permissions and logs usage of privacy-sensitive features, but the WAL file continues to grow unchecked on affected systems. The file can reach sizes from 70GB to over 513GB. To check if a system is affected, users can check storage settings or use Robocopy to verify the file size. The update is available through the Optional updates section and will be included in the cumulative update on July 8, 2026. The excessive size of the WAL file can lead to critical storage shortages and related issues, but it does not compromise the security or core functionality of the permission system. Microsoft has not confirmed if Windows 11 26H1 Insider builds are affected.

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April 6, 2026

Why Microsoft is forcing Windows 11 25H2 update on all eligible PCs

Microsoft has announced that eligible Windows 11 PCs currently on the 24H2 version will be automatically upgraded to the 25H2 edition, with no user action required, although users can temporarily postpone the update. The eligibility assessment for the update uses machine learning, considering factors such as testing results, user feedback, and diagnostic data. The update is mandatory for individual users of Windows 11 Home or Pro editions, as support for 24H2 will expire on October 13, ending security patches for that version. IT-managed computers are excluded from this automatic update. Users can check for eligibility by navigating to Settings and selecting Windows Update. The 25H2 update is designed to be more compact and efficient, updating only necessary files and sharing the same code base as 24H2, which improves stability and reliability. To check the current version of Windows 11, users can go to Settings, select System, and click on About.

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April 4, 2026

Microsoft to force updates to Windows 11 25H2 for PCs with older OS versions — ‘intelligent’ update system uses machine learning to determine when a device is ready

Microsoft is updating devices running Windows 11 version 24H2 to version 25H2, as support for 24H2 will end on October 13, 2026. The automatic update targets Home and Pro editions, while organizational devices are exempt. An "intelligent" system using machine learning will determine device readiness for the update, though details on the criteria remain unclear. Additionally, Microsoft released an emergency update, KB5086672, to address issues from a previous faulty update, KB5079391, which caused installation failures.

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January 19, 2026

Emergency Windows 11 Updates Fix Shutdown And Remote Desktop Failures

Microsoft released two emergency out-of-band updates, KB5077744 and KB5077797, to address critical issues with Windows 11 following the January 2026 security updates. Users experienced problems with system shutdowns, hibernation failures, and Remote Desktop authentication issues. The updates target Windows 11 version 23H2 with Secure Launch enabled and also affect Windows 11 version 25H2, Windows 10 22H2 ESU, and Windows Server 2025. The updates are being distributed automatically via Windows Update, but manual intervention may be needed for devices with paused updates or managed through enterprise policies. Microsoft recommends affected users install the updates promptly to restore normal functionality.

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August 14, 2025

Microsoft fixes Windows 11 24H2 updates failing with 0x80240069 error

Microsoft resolved an issue affecting the delivery of the August 2025 Windows 11 24H2 cumulative update (KB5063878) via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), which resulted in error code 0x80240069 during installation. This problem was acknowledged by Microsoft after reports from Windows administrators about the update service terminating unexpectedly. The company indicated that the issue primarily impacts enterprise environments using WSUS, while home users are unlikely to experience it. An automatic solution through Known Issue Rollback (KIR) has been initiated for affected enterprise-managed devices, requiring administrators to install the KIR Group Policy and restart the devices. Users can also manually install the update through Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. Similar issues had been reported previously, with a comparable problem addressed in May for Windows 11 22H2/23H2 systems.

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May 5, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 update is now automatically downloading on some PCs

Many users of Windows 11 will receive an automatic upgrade to version 24H2, confirmed by Microsoft. Devices running the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 (versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2) will receive this update without IT management intervention. The rollout began recently and will extend to users of Windows 10 and 11, unless hindered by compatibility issues. Users can manually check for the update through Settings > Windows Update. As of April, Windows 11's market share was 43.72%, compared to 52.94% for Windows 10, with the end of support for Windows 10 set for October 14, 2025. Microsoft is encouraging users to transition to Windows 11 through ads and popups.