Microsoft has released the KB5041580 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, which includes 14 changes and fixes, addressing BitLocker issues and implementing security updates that rectify 142 vulnerabilities. The update can be installed by checking for updates in the Windows Update settings and will automatically install due to its mandatory nature. After installation, Windows 10 22H2 will be upgraded to build 19045.4780, and Windows 10 21H2 to build 19044.4780. Users can also manually download the update from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
Key fixes in the update include:
- Resolution of a BitLocker recovery screen issue during startup.
- Restoration of the “Use my Windows user account” checkbox on the lock screen for Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Removal of the NetJoinLegacyAccountReuse registry key.
- Application of Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT) to prevent vulnerable Linux EFI from executing.
- Proper recognition of the FrameShutdownDelay registry key value by the browser.
- Resolution of an HTML preview rendering issue in the Group Policy editor related to WPA3.
- Ability to select groups from the target domain for Group Policy Preferences Item Level Targeting.
- Fix for a system hang during file transfers caused by TCP send code.
- Rectification of unresponsiveness in the Print Support App when interfacing with USB devices.
- Addressing communication failures with the Universal Print service.
- Prevention of a stop error when applying more than 32 Windows Defender Application Control policies.
- Updates to the Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file.
- Fix for backup operation failures on devices with an EFI system partition.
- Issues with Microsoft Connected Cache nodes leading to increased download traffic.
A persistent issue remains for users experiencing 0x80070520 errors when changing account profile pictures. For detailed information on all fixes, users can refer to the KB5041580 support bulletin.