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August 14, 2025

Microsoft confirms CertificateServicesClient error in Windows 11 24H2, but you can ignore it

Users of Windows 11 24H2 may encounter an error message related to the CertificateServicesClient following the installation of the July 2025 non-security preview update and subsequent updates, including the August 2025 security patch. Microsoft has acknowledged that users might see an entry in the Event Viewer logs with Error ID 57, stating: “The ‘Microsoft Pluton Cryptographic Provider’ provider was not loaded because initialization failed.” This error does not affect active applications and is considered a false positive. Microsoft recognized this bug on August 11, but it could not be addressed before the mandatory Patch Tuesday update on August 12, leading to a broader impact on devices. Additionally, users have reported a separate issue causing a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) in VR gaming after repeated update reinstalls. Another issue involved the SgrmBroker service, which failed to start and generated unnecessary logs, but does not disrupt other system functions. The August 2025 Update has also introduced installation errors.

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August 3, 2025

Fix: Microsoft Office Error Codes 0-2048(0) and 0-2054(0) During Installation

Office installation can encounter error codes 0-2048(0) and 0-2054(0) due to issues accessing a valid configuration file or source path. Error 0-2048(0) indicates a missing or incorrectly referenced XML configuration file, while Error 0-2054(0) signifies a general installation failure. Common causes include corrupted configuration files, remnants of previous Office versions, or insufficient administrative permissions. To resolve these errors, one should uninstall all previous Office components, clear temporary and app data folders, generate a new XML configuration file using the Office Customization Tool, and install Office with the Deployment Tool. If problems persist, additional steps include using Microsoft's Office Uninstall Support Tool, installing from an offline installer, and checking for disk errors and sufficient free space.

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July 30, 2025

Windows 10’s forced updates: A history of disastrous consequences

The transition to Windows 10 marked the end of Windows 7 and was initially celebrated by Microsoft, but users soon faced numerous problems due to mandatory updates. Issues included boot loops, the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), and data loss, leading Microsoft to delay a major feature upgrade by over six months. In August 2015, a major update caused widespread reboot loops due to corrupted user profiles, requiring complex fixes. The October 2018 update infamously deleted user files and introduced various bugs, taking nearly six months for Microsoft to resolve. In March 2020, another update caused boot hangs and BSODs, prompting many users to uninstall it. In May 2023, a security update bricked PCs and caused connectivity issues. The October 2020 updates led to installation errors, system slowdowns, and compatibility problems. In October 2021, Windows 10 users were encouraged to upgrade to Windows 11, facing hardware compatibility issues. The forced updates have resulted in significant user dissatisfaction, though the option to pause updates has provided some relief.

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July 28, 2025

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 24H2 stability issues, affecting games, tests performance fixes

Microsoft has acknowledged stability issues with Windows 11 24H2, particularly after mandatory cumulative updates, leading to problems such as the Blue Screen of Death, installation errors (0x800f0922, 0x80070002, 0x80070306, 0x800f0991), unexpected reboots during gaming, taskbar freezes, misleading Windows Firewall Event 2042 warnings, and cursor lag during gaming sessions. Following updates in May 2025, users reported performance declines, including FPS drops in games like Fortnite and CS:GO, attributed to recent cumulative updates rather than GeForce drivers. Microsoft identified the root cause of these issues in update KB5062660, released on July 22, which addresses specific stability problems and introduces new features. A fix for these stability issues is expected in the August 2025 Patch Tuesday update on August 12, 2025, but KB5062660 is optional and requires manual download.

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July 13, 2025

Windows 11 KB5062553 install fails, issues cause Firewall error (July 2025 Update)

Windows 11 users are experiencing installation failures with the mandatory security update KB5062553, encountering error codes such as 0x8007371b, 0x800f0991, 0x80073712, and 0x80071a2d. The update, part of version 24H2, is supposed to install automatically but has left some users with a pending installation status. A suggested solution for installation failures is to use the .msu offline installer from the Microsoft Update Catalog, which has a 70% success rate. Users with Intel or AMD PCs should first install the Servicing Stack Update (SSU) KB5043080, while ARM PC users need a different SSU file. If issues persist, using the Media Creation Tool for an upgrade is recommended. Additionally, the July 2025 update has introduced bugs affecting Windows Event Viewer, causing false Windows Firewall errors, which Microsoft has acknowledged. Users may see "Event 2042 for Windows Firewall with Advanced Security" errors, indicating a configuration read failure. Some users also report performance issues, including GUI freezes during installation, requiring hard shutdowns, and occasional Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) occurrences.

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June 11, 2025

Microsoft slows Windows 11 24H2 Patch Tuesday due to issues

Microsoft's June security update for Windows 11 24H2 introduced critical fixes but was quickly followed by a warning about a compatibility issue affecting a limited number of devices, leading to the throttling of the update. Microsoft plans to release a revised update that will include all security improvements from June 2025. The specifics of the compatibility issue remain unclear, with speculation about potential complications related to various CPU architectures and reports of installation errors from users. The rapid throttling of the patch raises questions about the quality control processes in place at Microsoft.

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April 25, 2025

Microsoft’s Patch for Symlink Vulnerability Introduces New Windows Denial-of-Service Flaw

In early April 2025, Microsoft addressed a security vulnerability (CVE-2025-21204) related to symbolic links in the Windows servicing stack, specifically affecting the c:inetpub directory used by Internet Information Services (IIS). The updates created the c:inetpub folder with appropriate permissions to mitigate risks. However, this fix introduced a new denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability, allowing non-administrative users to create junction points on the c: drive, disrupting the Windows Update mechanism. A command such as "mklink /j c:inetpub c:windowssystem32notepad.exe" could be used to exploit this flaw, preventing systems from receiving future security patches. As of April 25, Microsoft had not released a patch or acknowledged the issue, leaving systems vulnerable and emphasizing the need for monitoring user permissions and manually removing suspicious symlinks.

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April 24, 2025

Windows 11’s mysterious ‘inetpub’ folder might be more dangerous than we thought

Windows 11 users have been warned about a potential vulnerability associated with the inetpub folder, introduced in the April 2025 security update. Security researcher Kevin Beaumont raised concerns that hackers could exploit this folder to disable essential security updates by creating "junction points" within the system's directory. This could lead to installation errors or force a rollback to previous system states due to a denial of service (DoS) vulnerability in the Windows servicing stack. Microsoft stated that the inetpub folder is part of a security patch (CVE-2025-21204) and advised against deleting it, claiming that removal would not impact system performance.

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April 15, 2025

Microsoft tells Windows users to ignore 0x80070643 WinRE errors

Microsoft has acknowledged that some users may experience installation failures with error code 0x80070643 when deploying the April 2025 Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) updates, specifically affecting the KB5057589 update for Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, and the KB5057588 update for Windows Server 2022. The company stated that this error is misleading and does not affect device functionality, as the WinRE update is typically applied successfully after a device restart. Users may see a failure indication in Windows Update, but this will be resolved after the next daily scan and restart. Microsoft is working on a resolution for this issue, which follows a similar situation from August 2024. Additionally, fraudulent IT support websites have been identified promoting malicious PowerShell "fixes" for these errors.

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March 26, 2025

The latest Windows 10 update causes headaches for some users

On March 11, the Windows 10 22H2 Patch Tuesday security update, KB5053606, was released to address 15 vulnerabilities, including two critical remote code execution flaws. Users have reported significant issues, with many experiencing installation difficulties and receiving the error code 0x80070020. Those who managed to install the update faced problems such as blue and black screens, random crashes, disappearing app icons, and reverted desktop customizations. Professional users reported issues with program crashes, Citrix functionality, and slow Print Spooler operations. The update includes support for DST changes in Paraguay, updates to Country and Operator Settings profiles, fixes for Desktop Window Manager not responding, resolves issues with the Open Secure Shell service, and addresses various Chinese IME-related issues. Systems post-installation will reflect Build 19045.5608. Windows 10 is scheduled to reach its end of life on October 14, 2025.