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Decades-old bug in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas pops out
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April 24, 2025

Decades-old bug in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas pops out

Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update has caused issues for players of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, specifically the disappearance of the seaplane known as the "skimmer." This glitch, which began appearing in November, is not due to the Windows update itself but rather a long-standing error in the game's original coding. The problem arises from the game's vehicles.ide file, where essential parameters for the skimmer were omitted during its transition from Vice City to San Andreas. The update introduced changes in stack handling that affected how the game initialized these parameters, leading to the glitch. Silent, a developer involved in fixing older games, noted that the issue highlights the importance of validating input data and addressing compilation warnings in software development.
Couldn’t install Windows 11 24H2 because of your wallpaper? Microsoft has finally lifted blocks on upgrades due to customization apps
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April 15, 2025

Couldn’t install Windows 11 24H2 because of your wallpaper? Microsoft has finally lifted blocks on upgrades due to customization apps

Microsoft has resolved a compatibility issue affecting certain wallpaper customization applications on Windows 11, which encountered problems during the upgrade to version 24H2. Users experienced errors, glitches with wallpaper displays, disappearing desktop icons, and complications with virtual desktops. The resolution allows users to install the 24H2 update without these issues. The 24H2 update, built on a new platform called Germanium, introduced more bugs than previous updates, leading to significant disruptions for users.
Microsoft resets 'days since last Windows 11 problem' to 0
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April 9, 2025

Microsoft resets ‘days since last Windows 11 problem’ to 0

Microsoft has implemented a compatibility hold for Windows 11 24H2 affecting devices using the sprotect.sys driver from SenseShield Technology, which is crucial for encryption protection in enterprise security software. This hold impacts all versions of the sprotect.sys driver, specifically versions 1.0.2.372 and 1.0.3.48903, causing potential disruptions such as unresponsiveness and black or blue screen errors. Users are advised not to force the Windows 11 24H2 update until the issue is resolved, and Microsoft is collaborating with SenseShield to investigate the problem. Additionally, Microsoft has previously issued holds for other issues related to Dirac Audio enhancement technology and AutoCAD 2022, raising concerns about the compatibility and stability of Windows 11 compared to Windows 10.
Windows 11 24H2 blocked on PCs with code-obfuscation driver BSODs
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April 7, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 blocked on PCs with code-obfuscation driver BSODs

Microsoft has implemented a safeguard hold for Windows 11 version 24H2 for systems using the sprotect.sys driver from SenseShield Technology, to prevent crashes and BSOD errors due to compatibility issues. This hold blocks the Windows 11 2024 Update from being delivered via Windows Update. Affected users can identify their systems using the safeguard ID: 56318982 and should not attempt manual updates until the issue is resolved. Microsoft has previously lifted other compatibility holds for specific user groups and has enacted additional upgrade blocks due to incompatible software or hardware.
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 update on some new PCs
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April 6, 2025

Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 update on some new PCs

Microsoft has informed Windows 10 users that their devices are not eligible for an upgrade to Windows 11 due to system requirements and recommends transitioning to a new PC with Windows 11. A new compatibility issue has arisen with the sprotect.sys driver, causing system freezes and errors on Windows 11 version 24H2, leading Microsoft to impose a compatibility hold on affected devices. This hold prevents these devices from being prompted to install Windows 11, version 24H2. Users with impacted devices will see a notification on the Windows Update page indicating no immediate action is required. IT administrators can monitor the issue using safeguard ID 56318982. Microsoft advises against forcing the update if the system is incompatible and is working with SenseShield Technology Co. to resolve the issue.
Your PC might have been blocked from updating Windows 11 because of this game
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March 22, 2025

Your PC might have been blocked from updating Windows 11 because of this game

Microsoft has lifted a compatibility hold that was preventing certain PCs from upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2 due to the presence of the game Asphalt 8 (Airborne). The issue has been resolved, allowing affected PCs to proceed with the upgrade, which may take up to 48 hours to become available. Asphalt 8 was originally launched for Windows 8 in 2018.
Microsoft Temporarily Stops Windows 11 24H2 Update for AutoCAD 2022
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February 27, 2025

Microsoft Temporarily Stops Windows 11 24H2 Update for AutoCAD 2022

Microsoft has halted the rollout of the Windows 11 24H2 update for users operating AutoCAD 2022 due to a significant compatibility issue that causes the software to fail to launch. A safeguard hold (ID: 56211213) has been instituted to prevent devices with AutoCAD 2022 from receiving the update. Users are advised against manually installing the update, as it may result in AutoCAD 2022 crashing. The issue is isolated to AutoCAD 2022, while versions 2023, 2024, and 2025 are unaffected. Autodesk is investigating the issue, and users are encouraged to either postpone the update, upgrade to a newer version of AutoCAD, or roll back to Windows 11 23H2 if they have already updated. An official fix is anticipated in the near future.
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February 27, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 rollout disrupted again, but are you impacted?

Microsoft has paused the rollout of the Windows 11 24H2 update for PCs running AutoCAD 2022 due to compatibility issues that affect the software's functionality post-update. Users with AutoCAD 2022 will not receive the update until a resolution is found, while those using other versions of AutoCAD (2023, 2024, and 2025) are not affected and can continue to receive the update. Microsoft advises against manually installing the update on systems with AutoCAD 2022 until the issue is resolved.
A weird Windows 11 bug won’t let some people install any security updates
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December 26, 2024

A weird Windows 11 bug won’t let some people install any security updates

Microsoft has warned users about a bug related to the creation of Windows 11 installer media that may prevent future security updates for new PC installations. The issue affects installations using media created with the October and November 2024 security updates, specifically when the media is made between October 8, 2024, and November 12, 2024. Systems that received these updates via Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog are not impacted. To resolve the issue, users must rebuild their Windows 11 media installers to include the December 2024 patch update and perform a fresh installation. Additionally, the Windows 11 24H2 update has introduced other bugs, including problems with certain audio devices, launching Outlook with outdated Google Workspace Sync, and compatibility issues with some Ubisoft games.
Windows 11 24H2 upgrades blocked on some PCs due to audio issues
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December 19, 2024

Windows 11 24H2 upgrades blocked on some PCs due to audio issues

Microsoft has implemented a safeguard hold on the Windows 11 24H2 upgrade for systems using Dirac audio enhancement software due to compatibility issues that disrupt sound output. The problem is associated with the cridspapo.dll software component, which affects integrated speakers, Bluetooth speakers, and headsets, rendering them non-functional after the upgrade. Users are advised not to manually upgrade their devices until Dirac releases a fix for their audio driver. The safeguard hold will remain until the issue is resolved. Affected users can check for safeguard holds in Windows Update settings. Additionally, Microsoft has introduced another upgrade block for Windows 11 24H2 concerning systems with Auto HDR due to compatibility issues causing game freezes.
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