Patch Tuesday updates

Winsage
August 19, 2025
Microsoft has resolved a significant bug affecting Windows users since August 12, which hindered the migration from Windows 10 to 11 and caused various issues, including installation errors and data corruption. The upgrade issue was particularly problematic for users transitioning from Windows 10 version 1809 to Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2, as well as for Windows Server upgrades, with many encountering error code 0x8007007F. Microsoft confirmed the fix on August 18, although it was available as early as August 15. The latest versions, Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025, were not affected by these issues. Users are urged to upgrade from Windows 10 before October 14 to avoid losing essential security updates.
Winsage
August 13, 2025
Check Point Research identified six new vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, including one classified as critical. These vulnerabilities could lead to system crashes, arbitrary code execution, or expose sensitive data. Check Point reported these issues to Microsoft, resulting in patches released on August 12th. One significant vulnerability is in a Rust-based Windows kernel component, which can cause total system crashes. Two other vulnerabilities, CVE-2025-30388 and CVE-2025-53766, allow for arbitrary code execution when users interact with specially crafted files. Additionally, CVE-2025-47984 can leak memory contents over the network, posing risks of sensitive information exposure. Check Point's security solutions already protect its customers from these threats, and users are encouraged to apply the August Patch Tuesday updates promptly.
Winsage
July 24, 2025
Microsoft has resolved an issue causing erroneous Windows Firewall notifications after rebooting Windows 11 24H2 systems, particularly with the June 2025 preview update. This fix is included in the KB5062660 preview cumulative update released on Tuesday and will be more widely available with the August Patch Tuesday updates. The issue, acknowledged on July 3rd, was linked to a new feature in development and resulted in misleading Event Viewer messages (event 2042) indicating 'Config Read Failed.' Microsoft clarified that these messages did not reflect actual problems with Windows Firewall. An apology was issued on July 8th after mistakenly declaring the issue resolved. Additionally, Microsoft has addressed other recent issues, including invalid 0x80070643 failure errors during April 2025 WinRE updates and incorrect BitLocker drive encryption errors affecting managed Windows environments.
Winsage
July 23, 2025
Microsoft has released the KB5062660 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2, introducing twenty-nine new features and changes, including the Black Screen of Death and the Quick Machine Recovery tool. This optional update is part of Microsoft's non-security preview updates, allowing users to test upcoming features before the next Patch Tuesday. Users can install the update via Settings > Windows Update or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. The update elevates Windows 11 24H2 systems to build 26100.4770. Key features include: - Recall functionality in the EEA for exporting snapshots. - Improvements in Reading Coach and Immersive Reader. - Draft creation in Word with Copilot. - New agent in Settings for easier navigation. - Quick Machine Recovery for automatic issue resolution. - Boolean option in Start menu configuration. - Enhanced Snap and Windows Search settings. - Gamepad layout improvements in the touch keyboard. - Various fixes for File Explorer, desktop icons, and notifications. The KB5058502 update also addresses issues related to authentication and system stability, with no known issues reported for KB5062660.
Winsage
July 18, 2025
Microsoft mistakenly categorized an ongoing bug related to Windows Firewall error messages as resolved in its latest updates. The bug, which causes users to encounter Windows Firewall errors in the Event Viewer with event ID 2042, appears each time the system is restarted and is logged as "Config Read Failed." Microsoft clarified that these errors do not indicate a malfunction and can be ignored, as they are related to an upcoming feature not yet fully integrated into the operating system. The company apologized for the miscommunication and stated that a resolution is planned to be included in an upcoming update.
Winsage
July 13, 2025
In April, Microsoft released dynamic updates for Windows 10, including KB5057589, which was intended for the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). Users faced issues with the 0x80070643 error code despite having sufficient disk space. Microsoft decided not to reoffer this update to users who installed it and promised a more reliable update. In July 2025, Microsoft released a new WinRE update, KB5063523, which automatically applies the Safe OS Dynamic Update (KB5062691) to enhance recovery features. This update resolves the previous installation issue, although the error code may still appear. Additional dynamic updates released on July 8, 2025, include KB5062682, KB5062787, KB5062788, KB5062691, KB5062689, and KB5062692, all aimed at improving Windows setup and recovery environments. These updates will be automatically downloaded and installed via Windows Update.
Winsage
July 10, 2025
Microsoft has implemented its monthly Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11. The updates for Windows 10 focus on security enhancements, while Windows 11 includes various fixes, notably resolving an issue with the Windows Firewall linked to the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829). This issue caused the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security to log an error event (Event 2042: Config Read Failed) upon device restarts, but it did not indicate a malfunction. Microsoft advised IT administrators to disregard the error or filter it out from the Event Viewer. The latest update for Windows 11 version 24H2 (KB5062553) has resolved the Windows Firewall issue, and users are encouraged to install the updates to eliminate the erroneous log.
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