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November 22, 2025

Microsoft: Out-of-band update fixes Windows 11 hotpatch install loop

Microsoft has released the KB5072753 out-of-band cumulative update to fix a recurring issue with the November 2025 KB5068966 hotpatch update on Windows 11 systems, where the hotpatch was being reinstalled repeatedly. The update is being distributed to all Windows 11 25H2 devices and resolves the bug while also including improvements and security fixes from the earlier KB5068966 update. Users do not need to install prior updates before applying KB5072753, as it supersedes all previous updates. Additionally, Microsoft issued an emergency update for Windows 10 to address installation issues related to the November 2025 extended security updates, and resolved incorrect end-of-support warnings for Windows 10 users after the October 2025 updates.

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November 13, 2025

Microsoft rushes out a fix for Windows 10 orphans

On November 11, Microsoft issued an emergency out-of-band update (KB5071959) to fix a malfunction in its enrollment wizard for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, which had prevented eligible Windows 10 users from accessing security updates after the end of support on October 14. The enrollment system was not functioning properly, leading to a complete halt in security updates for many users. Microsoft had previously extended a complimentary year of ESU updates to users in the European Economic Area and introduced alternative qualification methods for support. Affected users must install the emergency update, re-enroll their devices, and will then be able to access the Windows 10 November 2025 security update. The enrollment wizard issue follows earlier complications, including incorrect out-of-support warnings for some enrolled devices.

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November 8, 2025

Still on Windows 10? Enroll in free ESU before next week’s Patch Tuesday

Users operating Windows 10 are encouraged to enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program following the end of support for the operating system on October 14, 2025. The ESU program allows continued access to security updates for users unable to transition to Windows 11. To obtain extended security updates for an additional year, users can pay a fee, back up their Windows settings to their Microsoft account, or redeem 1,000 Microsoft reward points. In the European Economic Area, users can receive ESU for free by logging into Windows 10 with a Microsoft account or can opt to pay to continue using a local account. Enterprise customers can utilize the ESU program for a total of three years at a cumulative cost of per device. Users must be operating Windows 10, version 22H2 Home, Professional, Pro Education, or Workstations edition, and ensure all available updates are installed to qualify for ESU. Enrollment can be completed through the Windows Update settings. Microsoft frequently addresses security vulnerabilities, including a recent one tracked as CVE-2025-24990, which was exploited to gain administrative privileges on devices. Successful enrollment in the ESU program will provide updates until October 13, 2026. Organizations must acquire licenses through Microsoft Volume Licensing or Cloud Solution Provider partners, and each device must be activated with a unique ESU key. Windows 10 devices accessing Windows 365 Enterprise Cloud PCs can also benefit from free enrollment in the ESU program.

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November 16, 2024

Microsoft’s Update Mistake—New Warning For Millions Of Windows PC Owners

Microsoft has confirmed a one-year extension for Windows 10 support as the end-of-life approaches. Approximately 850 million PC users have yet to transition to Windows 11. Windows 11 users on version 23H2 received incorrect end-of-support warnings after installing Patch Tuesday KB5046633 on November 12. Microsoft clarified that support for Windows 11 23H2 will last until November 2025 for home users and November 2026 for enterprise users, and the alerts are due to a reporting error. A spokesperson stated the issue will be resolved server-side. Additionally, new notifications suggest that features may be installed automatically for devices nearing or at the end of support, raising concerns about potential forced upgrades from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Users are advised to disregard the erroneous alerts for now.