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June 24, 2025

Microsoft fixes known issue that breaks Windows 11 updates

Microsoft is releasing a configuration update, KB5062324, to fix Windows Update failures on certain Windows 11 systems running version 24H2 that have not installed the May Windows non-security preview update or later. This update addresses an issue causing the Windows update scan to stop responding, with a permanent solution available in the May update (KB5058499) and later versions. Users can install KB5062324 by enabling 'Get the latest updates as soon as they're available' in Settings > Windows Update, followed by a system restart and checking for updates. The update is being rolled out gradually, so users may need to try multiple times to receive it. Recently, Microsoft also addressed a bug related to feature updates and acknowledged issues with unintended upgrades to Windows Server 2025 on certain devices. The company aims to unify the updating process for all software on PCs through a new orchestration platform.

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November 13, 2024

Microsoft says unexpected Windows Server 2025 automatic upgrades were due to faulty third-party tools

Numerous businesses experienced an unexpected upgrade to Windows Server 2025 from Windows Server 2019 and 2022, which occurred automatically overnight. Microsoft attributed the issue to third-party patch management tools that may not have been properly configured, urging users to verify their settings. However, some industry insiders, including Heimdal Security, claimed the problem originated from a bug on Microsoft's side, affecting about 7% of their clients due to a procedural error. The upgrade was linked to cumulative update KB5044284, which was meant to be optional. Windows Server 2025 introduces advanced features for security, performance, and hybrid cloud capabilities. The situation is complicated by the absence of clear rollback procedures for affected organizations.

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November 11, 2024

Microsoft shares policy after upgrade debacle around Windows Server 2025

Microsoft clarified its update policies after an unintended push of Windows Server 2025 to systems running Windows Server 2019 and 2022. The upgrade was intended to be optional, but some third-party products may have triggered automatic updates. This issue is linked to a common update known as KB5044284, which was misclassified by certain patch management systems, leading to unexpected upgrades. A system administrator from Heimdal Security raised concerns about the misclassification, while Heimdal attributed the issue to Microsoft. However, some users argued that the fault lay with Heimdal. Microsoft did not assign a KB number to Windows Server 2025, identified by build 26100.1742. The incident has raised concerns among system administrators about the risks of unscheduled upgrades, which can disrupt services and create licensing issues. Windows Server 2025 has encountered several significant problems, including installation text errors, startup issues in iSCSI environments, and compatibility problems with high-thread CPUs.