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December 11, 2024

Windows 10 (KB5048652 / KB5048661 / KB5048671 / KB5048703) December 2024 Patch Tuesday out

Microsoft has released its December 2024 security update, known as the "B release," for Windows Server 20H2 and supported versions of Windows 10 (20H2, 21H2, and 22H2). The updates are cataloged under KB5048652, raising the builds to 19044.5247 and 19045.5247. There are no known issues with this update. Older versions of Windows 10, including 20H2, 1909, and non-LTSC editions of 21H2, have also received updates, with all older versions reaching the end of servicing.

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October 21, 2024

Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 on two ASUS models due to crashes

Microsoft has issued a warning about potential system failures, specifically the blue screen of death (BSOD), affecting ASUS laptop models X415KA and X515KA during the upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2. The company is working with ASUS to resolve the issue, and until a fix is available, users will not receive prompts to update their operating systems. Users may encounter a BSOD during the installation process, preventing the upgrade. Microsoft advises against manual updates using the Windows 11 Installation Assistant or media creation tools for these models. This issue follows a recent halt of Windows 11 24H2 updates for specific Intel PCs due to similar BSOD occurrences. Users have also reported gaming performance issues, application responsiveness problems, and inaccuracies in Disk Cleanup reporting after upgrading to Windows 11 24H2.

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October 10, 2024

Windows restart issues fixed with Patch Tuesday update

Microsoft has resolved issues related to the Windows 11 Patch Tuesday preview update KB5043145, which had caused performance challenges for some users, including multiple restarts and blue or green screens. The restart issue is now marked as fixed in the known issues list. The recent Patch Tuesday update included critical security fixes, notably addressing a remote code execution vulnerability. USB and Bluetooth connection issues caused by the previous update are also expected to be resolved. Users who installed the earlier update are advised to use a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) or Group Policy for any remaining issues. The Patch Tuesday release is significant for Home and Pro users of Windows 11 22H2, as it marks the final updates for these editions, while Enterprise and Education editions will continue to receive support until next year. As of October 8, Windows 11 21H2 editions have also reached the end of their security updates.

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October 9, 2024

Still running Windows 11 22H2? No more security fixes from Microsoft for you!

Microsoft has announced the end of support for several editions of Windows 11, including Windows 11 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, SE, and versions 21H2 of Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise, effective October 8, 2024. These editions will no longer receive security updates after this date. The last available update for these editions is the October 2024 security update. Microsoft recommends users update to the latest version of Windows to continue receiving updates and has implemented automatic upgrades for unmanaged devices nearing the end of service. Users can also manually check for updates to transition to Windows 11 24H2.

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October 9, 2024

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro reached end of servicing

Microsoft has announced the end of servicing for several editions of Windows 11, specifically the Windows 11 22H2 editions (Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, and SE) released on September 20, 2022, and the Windows 11 21H2 editions (Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise), which concluded their service one year later. The last security update for these editions will be in October 2024, after which they will no longer receive updates. Microsoft has implemented an automatic feature update for Windows 11 Home and Pro devices not managed by IT departments. Additionally, Microsoft has begun rolling out Windows 11 version 24H2, which replaces eligible devices running Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2. Users can enable immediate updates through Settings > Windows Update. The update will download and install automatically, with notifications for restarts. There are safeguard holds for the Windows 11 24H2 update for devices with incompatible software and drivers, particularly blocking upgrades on systems using incompatible Intel Smart Sound Technology audio drivers linked to BSOD issues, as well as other applications like Asphalt 8, Easy Anti-Cheat, and certain fingerprint sensors.

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August 28, 2024

Windows 11 KB5041587 update adds sharing to Android devices

Microsoft has released the optional KB5041587 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, improving sharing capabilities and fixing issues in File Explorer. This update allows users to share content with Android devices by pairing them with Windows PCs using the Link to Windows app and Phone Link application. The update resolves several File Explorer issues, including proper search function operation with Ctrl+F, focus issues with Shift+Tab, a bug causing system freezes when accessing symbolic links, and a hibernate stop error. Users can install the update via Settings > Windows Update or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. The update enhances sharing capabilities and introduces fixes for various issues, updating Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 to builds 22621.4112 and 22631.4112, respectively. Additionally, Microsoft has announced that the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 22H2 will reach their end of servicing on October 8, 2024, after which they will only receive security updates. Users are advised to upgrade to Windows 11 23H2 for continued access to updates.

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August 14, 2024

Windows 10 (KB5041580 / KB5041578 / KB5041773 / KB5041782) August 2024 Patch Tuesday out

Microsoft released its August 2024 security update for Windows Server 20H2 and Windows 10, specifically for versions 20H2, 21H2, and 22H2, identified as KB5041580, which elevates the builds to 19044.4780 and 19045.4780. The update focuses on enhancing security across the Windows operating system. A known issue includes users being unable to change their user account profile picture, resulting in an error message with code 0x80070520. Microsoft is working on a resolution for this issue. Additionally, Windows 10 20H2 and 1909 have reached the end of servicing, along with non-LTSC editions of 21H2. Users are advised to check the Microsoft Update Catalog for release notes and download links.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft quietly updated Defender for Windows 11/10/Server install images

Microsoft has released several updates to enhance the security and performance of its Windows operating systems, including KB5001716 to enforce updates on Windows PCs and updates KB5041979 and KB5041178 for Windows 11 24H2. A new Defender update has been introduced for Windows installation images in WIM and VHD formats, applicable to Windows 11, Windows 10, and various server editions, including Server 2016. This update addresses vulnerabilities from outdated anti-malware definitions and software binaries in older installation images. The latest security definitions are delivered through security intelligence update version 1.413.494.0, with Defender package version 1.413.494.0. The update improves the anti-malware client, engine, and signature versions, specifically: platform version 4.18.24060.7, engine version 1.1.24060.1, and security intelligence version 1.413.494.0. The security intelligence update enhances threat detection against various types of malicious software, with the latest intelligence update being version 1.417.71.0.

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August 10, 2024

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of support in 60 days

Microsoft will end servicing for Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 editions on October 8, 2024, meaning users will no longer receive security updates. Affected editions include Windows 11 22H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, and SE, released on September 20, 2022, as well as Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions. The last security update for these versions will be released on October 8, 2024. Microsoft will automatically initiate a feature update for Windows 11 Home and Pro devices not managed by IT departments as they approach their end of servicing. Microsoft has started rolling out Windows 11 23H2, also known as the Windows 11 2023 Update, which began in September for Release Preview Insiders and will be broadly deployed in late October. Starting in February, Microsoft began force-installing the 2023 Update on eligible systems nearing or past their end-of-service date. Users can check their eligibility for the Windows 11 2023 Update using the PC Health Check app.

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August 2, 2024

Microsoft quietly installing KB5001716 Windows 11/10 update for the good of your PC

Microsoft has released non-security Windows preview updates for Windows 11 (KB5040527) and Windows 10 (KB5040525). An additional update for Windows 11 version 24H2, known as KB5040529, was rolled out for Copilot+ PCs. The latest update, KB5001716, enhances the Windows Update service components, ensuring automatic downloads and installations of newer feature updates when the current operating system version nears its end of servicing status. This update affects Windows 11 version 21H2 and various versions of Windows 10 (22H2, 21H2, 21H1, 20H2, 2004). Upon installation, it may prompt downloads of feature updates for devices nearing end of support, and users may receive notifications about issues affecting Windows Update. There are currently no known issues with this update.