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November 30, 2025

Microsoft warns Windows 11 users: If you can’t find password login option, it’s because… – The Times of India

Windows 11 users are experiencing a glitch where the password sign-in icon is missing from the lock screen after installing the non-security preview update KB5064081. This issue affects users with the August 2025 update or later on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems. Microsoft confirmed that the password functionality is still available by hovering over the area where the icon should be, allowing users to access the password text box. Microsoft has not provided a permanent fix yet. Additionally, other problems linked to recent updates include DRM-protected videos freezing and unexpected User Account Control prompts for non-admin users. Microsoft also addressed failures in security updates delivered through WSUS, which affected reset and recovery features in Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise.

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November 29, 2025

Microsoft: Windows updates make password login option invisible

Microsoft has warned Windows 11 users about an issue where the password sign-in option may not appear on the lock screen after updates since August 2025, although the functionality is still available. This issue affects users who installed the KB5064081 non-security preview update or later on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems. Users can still log in by hovering over the area where the password icon should be, which reveals the button to access the password text box. Microsoft is working on a fix but has not provided a timeline. Additionally, Microsoft addressed other issues related to the KB5064081 update, including playback interruptions in DRM-protected video applications and installation problems for non-admin users. Earlier, Microsoft also released emergency updates to fix issues with security updates failing and problems with Windows reset and recovery features.

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October 1, 2025

Microsoft fixes Windows DRM video playback issues for some users

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue affecting Windows 11 24H2 systems related to the playback of DRM-protected video content in Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital TV applications. Users reported freezes, black screens, and playback disruptions after installing the August 29, 2025 Windows non-security preview update (KB5064081) or later updates. The issue particularly affects applications using Enhanced Video Renderer with HDCP enforcement or DRM for digital audio, leading to copyright protection errors. Microsoft released KB5065789, the September 2025 Windows preview update, which has "partially resolved" these playback issues for some users, but some DRM-related challenges may still persist. Additionally, Microsoft addressed other problems from the August 2025 updates, including installation issues for non-admin users and severe lag in NDI streaming software on Windows 10 and 11. They also fixed a known issue causing security updates via WSUS to fail and released emergency updates for bugs affecting Windows reset and recovery operations.

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September 23, 2025

Microsoft says recent updates cause DRM video playback issues

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue affecting certain applications that use Digital Rights Management (DRM) for video playback and live TV on Windows 11 24H2 systems after the August 29, 2025, non-security preview update (KB5064081) or later updates. Users may experience freezes, black screens, and playback problems, particularly with Digital TV and BluRay/DVD applications. Applications using Enhanced Video Renderer with HDCP enforcement or DRM for digital audio may encounter copyright protection errors and frequent playback interruptions. Microsoft is working on a solution to be rolled out in future updates. Additionally, Microsoft has addressed other issues related to the August updates, including app installation problems for non-admin users and lag with NDI streaming software. Previous similar challenges have also been resolved by Microsoft, including a bug affecting video recording and playback on Windows 10 and 11 systems.

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September 15, 2025

Dirac audio glitch finally silenced in Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft has resolved an audio issue for Windows 11 24H2 users with Dirac audio technology, which previously left many users without sound due to a problem with the cridspapo.dll component. A compatibility hold was placed on affected devices until a new driver was released via Windows Update, allowing the hold to be lifted ahead of the Windows 11 25H2 launch. Microsoft has also addressed other issues in Windows 11 24H2, including unexpected User Account Control prompts and disrupted NDI streaming, in subsequent updates. Additionally, Microsoft is investigating ongoing problems related to the sprotect.sys driver, which caused blue or black screen errors, and has kept affected devices from upgrading to Windows 11 24H2.

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September 15, 2025

Overview of Windows Security Updates September 2025

In September 2025, Microsoft released 86 security updates, including 9 critical and 72 important patches, along with 5 patches for non-Microsoft issues. For Windows 10 version 22H2, the update (KB5065429) fixes UAC prompts for non-admin users and resolves a WinSock issue. Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2 received similar updates (KB5065431) addressing the same UAC prompt issue and WinSock resolution. Windows 11 version 24H2 (KB5065426) resolves an input issue causing application unresponsiveness, a bug with IIS modules, and an NDI audio issue. Installing KB5063878 may cause audio stuttering in OBS Studio. Security advisory ADV 253991 offers guidance on Entra ID application authorization validation. Windows 10 will reach its end of life on October 14, 2025.

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September 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6682 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6682 (KB5065782) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. The update includes new features such as a redesigned Copilot prompt box, visual animations for Click to Do, and new action tags in the context menu. The Emoji 16.0 release introduces new emojis, including Face with Bags Under Eyes and Fingerprint. Improvements for Xbox game controllers include a short press of the Xbox button opening Game Bar. Enhancements to Narrator focus on smoother document navigation and clearer announcements. Advanced Settings are being reintroduced, and a SCOOBE screen will notify users of subscription issues. Fixes include resolving hibernation bugchecks, improving taskbar reliability, and addressing issues in File Explorer and the Start menu. Known issues include problems with Click to Do visuals and media controls on the lock screen. The Microsoft Store update includes new AI Hub features and the ability to launch apps directly from product pages.

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September 10, 2025

Microsoft fixes app install issues caused by August Windows updates

Microsoft addressed a significant issue from the August 2025 security updates that led to unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and installation challenges for non-administrative users across all versions of Windows. This issue arose from a security patch for the CVE-2025-50173 vulnerability, which posed a risk of privilege escalation for authenticated attackers. The updates affected various client and server platforms, including multiple versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11, as well as Windows Server 2025, 2022, and earlier versions. To mitigate these issues, the September 2025 Windows security update aims to reduce UAC prompts during MSI repairs, and IT administrators can disable UAC prompts for specific applications by adding them to an allowlist. UAC prompts will still be required for applications executing custom actions, but administrators can turn off these prompts for designated apps by adding new registry keys under HKEYLOCALMACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesMicrosoftWindowsInstaller. Additionally, Microsoft resolved another issue related to lag and stuttering problems with NDI streaming software on Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems.

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September 10, 2025

Microsoft fixes streaming issues triggered by Windows updates

Microsoft has resolved lag and stuttering issues with NDI streaming software on Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems that occurred after the August 2025 security updates. Users reported severe performance problems, particularly with RUDP connections, linked to updates KB5063878 and KB5063709. Microsoft released updates KB5065426 and KB5065429 to fix these issues and recommended users install them. A temporary workaround involves changing the NDI Receive Mode to TCP or UDP. The September 2025 updates also addressed additional issues related to User Account Control prompts and app installation difficulties for non-admin users, as well as problems with security updates failing via WSUS and disruptions to Windows reset and recovery operations.