Patch Tuesday releases

Winsage
April 3, 2025
Microsoft has introduced hotpatch updates for Windows 11 Enterprise version 24H2, allowing compatible business devices to install OS security patches without requiring a restart. This feature minimizes downtime and user disruption while maintaining security. Hotpatch updates take effect immediately and provide the same level of security as traditional Patch Tuesday releases. Companies must establish a hotpatch-enabled quality update policy through Microsoft Intune to implement this feature. Devices will still require a reboot for security updates installed quarterly, but updates can occur without a restart during the other months. Arm64 devices are currently in public preview, with general availability for hotpatching set for April 2, 2025.
Winsage
November 22, 2024
Microsoft has released a non-security update, KB5046714, which resolves an issue that prevented Windows 10 users from updating applications through the Microsoft Store. This problem was linked to the release of WinAppSDK version 1.6.2 on November 12, which was subsequently retracted. The update KB5046714 specifically addresses the update issues for Windows 10 22H2. Additionally, Windows 11 users received two interim updates: KB5046740 for Windows 11 24H2 and KB5046732 for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2.
Winsage
November 22, 2024
Microsoft informed Windows 10 users about an issue affecting the update process for packaged applications from the Microsoft Store, resulting in a "Something happened on our end" error. This issue has been resolved with the installation of Windows update KB5046714, released on November 21, 2024. The problem was caused by a version of WinAppSDK (1.6.2) released on November 12, 2024, which was later withdrawn. Additionally, Windows 11 users received updates KB5046740 and KB5046732, introducing features such as a shortened date and time display on the taskbar, new "Share" buttons for jump list items, and improvements to File Explorer functionality.
Winsage
August 9, 2024
Microsoft has released a Dynamic Update for Windows 11 24H2 that improves setup binaries and files used during feature updates, specifically for Copilot+ PCs. This update includes fixes for Setup.exe binaries and SafeOS updates for the Windows Recovery Environment. Users must manually download these updates from the Windows Update Catalog, as they are not automatically distributed. Additionally, Microsoft has rolled out a series of non-security updates for Windows 10 and 11, including a C-release preview update in late July and subsequent updates for Windows 11 24H2 and Copilot+ PCs.
Winsage
July 11, 2024
- Microsoft has released fresh updates for testing in the Beta and Release Preview Channels for both Windows 10 and 11. - Windows 11 build 26100.1165 is now available for x86 and ARM64 devices. - Windows 11 Version 24H2 is rolling out for Copilot+ PCs with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X processors. - Support for Windows 11 versions 21H2 and 22H2 will end in less than 90 days.
Winsage
July 10, 2024
Microsoft has unveiled major updates to fix security loopholes in the Windows ecosystem. The company issued a warning about attackers exploiting Windows Hyper-V privileges escalation bugs, which can allow them to gain SYSTEM privileges. The updates include fixes for over 140 vulnerabilities, with five rated as critical by Microsoft. Security experts recommend prioritizing addressing the critical remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office SharePoint.
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