Microsoft’s response

Winsage
July 3, 2025
The Microsoft Print to PDF feature has encountered issues for some users after the June 10, 2025, update (KB5060842), with the virtual printer missing from settings and error code 0x800f0922 appearing during attempts to enable it. Microsoft has acknowledged the problem and provided temporary fixes, including enabling the feature through the Windows Features dialog or using PowerShell commands. Users may experience the error code initially but should find the feature operational afterward. Additionally, users are encouraged to consider third-party PDF solutions as alternatives.
Winsage
February 26, 2025
Users of Autodesk’s AutoCAD 2022 are unable to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 due to bootup complications. Microsoft has blocked the automatic delivery of this update for systems with AutoCAD 2022 installed, while users with other versions of AutoCAD can upgrade without issues. Microsoft has a history of implementing similar blocks for compatibility concerns and is currently working on a solution for the AutoCAD 2022 issue. Users can manually download and install Windows 11 24H2 on machines with AutoCAD 2022, but Microsoft advises against it.
Winsage
February 3, 2025
Windows 11 has introduced a power optimization feature that has caused audio distortion during media streaming on browsers like Chrome and Edge. Users report choppy, distorted sound when minimizing the browser or switching applications while casting to devices like Android TV via Chromecast. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue, attributing it to high-resolution timers being slowed down when the browser is not in focus. A fix is underway, which will allow Chrome to maintain high timer resolution even when minimized, improving the streaming experience. A new flag will ensure that casting services are not affected by power-saving features. The fix is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
Winsage
November 21, 2024
Since November 12, Windows 10 users have faced issues updating or uninstalling certain applications due to an update of the WinAppSDK 1.6.2 package. This problem affects applications relying on the WinAppSDK, including Microsoft Teams and various third-party apps on Windows 10 version 22H2, while other Windows versions remain unaffected. Microsoft is working on a fix, which will be released in the coming days, and a temporary workaround using PowerShell commands is available for users with administrator privileges.
Winsage
November 2, 2024
In the Windows 11 24H2 update, users have reported that the three-dot menu in File Explorer becomes unreadable in full-screen mode, appearing at the top of the screen instead of below the three dots. This misalignment makes it difficult to access menu options while in full-screen mode. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and plans to address it in future updates, with a significant optional update scheduled for the last week of November and a Patch Tuesday update on November 12. These updates will also include fixes for other critical issues. Regular updates for Windows 11 24H2 will resume in January after a pause in December.
Winsage
October 18, 2024
Microsoft has acknowledged an issue following the installation of the Windows 11 2003 Update (Windows 11 24H2), where users encounter an unexpected 8.63 GB of undeletable data. The problem is attributed to a malfunction in the Windows Disk Cleanup tool, which is causing a reporting error rather than an actual loss of recoverable disk space. After running Disk Cleanup, it may inaccurately report an amount of space still available for cleanup in the 'Windows Update Cleanup' category, despite some files being cleaned up correctly during the initial run. Microsoft is working on a resolution for this issue.
Winsage
August 27, 2024
SafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev has introduced a tool called Windows Downdate, which enables downgrade attacks on Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server systems, allowing malicious actors to revert updated devices to older software versions and exploit previously patched vulnerabilities. The tool is open-source and built on Python, facilitating the downgrading of system components such as the Hyper-V hypervisor and Windows Kernel. Leviev provided examples of reverting patches for vulnerabilities like CVE-2021-27090, CVE-2022-34709, CVE-2023-21768, and PPLFault. The tool exploits vulnerabilities CVE-2024-21302 and CVE-2024-38202 and operates undetected by endpoint detection solutions, misleading users into believing their systems are up-to-date. Leviev demonstrated methods to disable Windows virtualization-based security (VBS) features without physical access. Microsoft released a security update (KB5041773) on August 7 to address CVE-2024-21302, but a patch for CVE-2024-38202 is still pending. Microsoft advises customers to implement protective measures, including configuring "Audit Object Access" settings, restricting update operations, utilizing Access Control Lists, and auditing privileges.
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