Security update Archives

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June 18, 2025

Microsoft broke DHCP for Windows Server last Patch Tuesday

Microsoft has acknowledged that the updates released on June 10 during Patch Tuesday may disrupt the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service on Windows Server versions 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016. The DHCP Server service might intermittently stop responding after installing this security update, causing issues for network administrators as clients may be unable to renew their IP addresses. There is currently no viable workaround for affected users other than rolling back the patch, which is not ideal due to the critical security fixes included in the update. The impact of this issue varies among users, with some experiencing significant problems while others report no disruptions. Microsoft is working on a resolution and will provide further information soon. Additionally, Microsoft has faced challenges with its Surface Hub v1 devices, requiring an out-of-band update.

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June 17, 2025

Microsoft has broken Windows Hello facial recognition — it no longer works in the dark

Windows Hello now requires a color camera in addition to infrared sensors for user sign-ins, which reduces its effectiveness in low-light conditions. This change was made to address a spoofing vulnerability and was implemented after an initial announcement in April. The updated system struggles in dark environments, raising concerns for users with darker skin tones, as low-light conditions can hinder facial recognition. Users can disable the color webcam to revert to using only IR sensors, but this disables video capabilities. Alternatives for sign-in include PIN, password, or fingerprint authentication.

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June 17, 2025

Microsoft fixes Surface Hub boot issues with emergency update

Microsoft released an emergency update (KB5063159) to address startup failures in certain Surface Hub v1 devices running Windows 10, specifically those encountering Secure Boot Violation errors after installing the June 2025 Windows security update (KB5060533). The issue was limited to Surface Hub v1 systems on Windows 10, version 22H2, and did not affect Surface Hub 2S and 3 devices. Microsoft paused the rollout of the KB5060533 update on June 11, 2025, to prevent further complications. Additionally, the June 2025 Patch Tuesday updates included security patches for 66 vulnerabilities, including critical ones that allowed remote code execution and privilege escalation.

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June 17, 2025

Microsoft Quietly Disabled Windows Hello Facial Recognition in the Dark

Microsoft has made an adjustment to Windows Hello Facial Recognition that affects its functionality in dimly lit environments due to a security vulnerability. This change, introduced in the April 2025 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10, requires color cameras to detect a visible face for sign-in. The update addresses a Windows Hello Spoofing vulnerability that was being exploited. Previously, the feature could identify users in low-light conditions using near-infrared imaging technology. Users have reported a workaround by disabling the webcam in Device Manager, allowing IR sensors to authenticate in low light.

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June 16, 2025

Microsoft has disabled a ‘key feature’ to enhance Windows security – The Times of India

Microsoft updated the Windows Hello face unlock functionality in April, which now fails to operate in low-light environments due to a strategic decision aimed at addressing a spoofing vulnerability. Users of Surface Laptops have reported frustrations as they can no longer access their devices using facial recognition in dark rooms. The update requires color cameras to see a visible face when signing in. Researchers from Nanyang Technological University identified a vulnerability in the system that allowed unauthorized access, although Microsoft categorized it as "important" and stated the likelihood of exploitation remains low. A temporary workaround for users is to disable the webcam through Windows 11's Device Manager, but this renders the camera unusable for other applications.

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June 16, 2025

Will your old laptop still get security updates after this year? Check this chart

The tech community is dissatisfied with Microsoft's compatibility requirements for Windows 11, which have made some PCs from six or seven years ago obsolete and ineligible for security updates. Apple's update policy for MacOS is similarly restrictive, with free security updates provided only for the three most recent versions. The upcoming MacOS 26 Tahoe will lead to MacOS 13 Ventura no longer receiving updates, leaving older Macs unsupported due to hardware compatibility issues. Macs from 2017 or earlier will not upgrade to MacOS 14 Sonoma. Users can check compatibility through the "About This Mac" option. For Windows PCs, compatibility with Windows 11 generally requires a CPU from 2019 or later, with Microsoft's PC Health Check app available to identify issues. Windows 10 users can purchase security updates for up to three years after the end of support in October 2025, unlike Mac users. Both platforms typically provide security updates for eight to ten years after release.

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June 16, 2025

Windows Server update may disrupt IP refreshes

Microsoft has acknowledged that the June security update has caused complications for users of Windows Server systems, specifically affecting the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service, which is failing and leading to improper functioning of IP refreshes. The issue impacts multiple versions of Windows Server, including 2016 (KB5061010), 2019 (KB5060531), 2022 (KB5060526), and 2025 (KB5060842). Users have reported that the DHCP service may stop responding after installing the update, with one administrator noting their 2016 server crashed shortly after the update was applied. Microsoft is working on a solution and advises affected users to uninstall the update to restore functionality. The company has a history of DHCP-related issues dating back over a decade and has faced other problems with Windows Server updates in the past year, including issues with keyboard and mouse inputs and authentication challenges.

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June 16, 2025

Microsoft: June Windows Server security updates cause DHCP issues

Microsoft has identified an issue with the June 2025 security updates that causes the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service to freeze on certain Windows Server systems. This affects the service's ability to apply renewals of unicast IP addresses, impacting network operations. Microsoft has acknowledged that the DHCP Server service may intermittently stop responding after the update and is working on a resolution. Additionally, other issues affecting Windows Server systems have been addressed, including application failures and authentication problems on domain controllers. Out-of-band updates were previously issued to fix bugs causing Hyper-V virtual machines to restart or freeze, and emergency updates were released for issues with Windows containers on certain Windows Server versions.

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June 13, 2025

Microsoft: KB5060533 update triggers boot errors on Surface Hub v1 devices

Microsoft is addressing an issue with Surface Hub v1 devices running Windows 10, version 22H2, where users encounter Secure Boot errors after installing the KB5060533 security update released in June 2025. The error message states: 'Secure Boot Violation. Invalid signature detected. Check Secure Boot Policy in Setup.' This issue is specific to Surface Hub v1 and does not affect Surface Hub 2S and Surface Hub 3 models. Microsoft implemented a mitigation strategy on July 11, 2025, to prevent further startup failures on additional Surface Hub v1 devices. The KB5060533 update aimed to fix issues with Hyper-V virtual machines and was part of a larger rollout addressing 66 vulnerabilities, including critical ones related to WebDAV and Windows SMB. Additionally, an emergency update for Windows 11 (KB5063060) was released to fix an incompatibility with Easy Anti-Cheat causing BSOD errors.

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June 13, 2025

Windows 11 update aims to fix game crashes for Nvidia GPUs

Microsoft has released its June 2025 security update for Windows 11, designated as KB5060999. This update addresses graphics and display-related issues, particularly within the Graphics Kernel, affecting users on Windows 11 version 24H2. It aims to resolve game freezing, memory leaks, and display glitches for users with Nvidia graphics cards. The update is being rolled out in phases due to a compatibility issue affecting a limited number of devices. It is fully functional for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2. Users can manually check for the update if it does not appear immediately in their settings.