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July 20, 2026

July 2026 Patch Tuesday: KB5101650 Windows 11 Update

On July 14, 2026, Microsoft released cumulative update KB5101650 for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2, addressing OS Builds 26200.8875 and 26100.8875. This update includes essential security fixes, updates to Secure Boot certificates, and enhanced Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) defenses against phishing attacks. It consolidates July 2026's security content, addressing known vulnerabilities and introducing functional improvements. The update is critical for minimizing exposure to identified threats and is prioritized for systems managing remote access or nearing certificate expiration. The update enhances Remote Desktop security by supporting SHA-2 certificate thumbprints while retaining SHA-1 for legacy compatibility. It includes new Group Policy options to mitigate phishing risks associated with malicious .rdp files. The curl upgrade to version 8.21.0 incorporates security patches for command-line tools in Windows environments. Secure Boot certificates are automatically updated through Windows updates, ensuring boot security across various hardware. KB5101650 installs primarily through the Windows Update interface, requiring a restart to activate changes. Enterprise environments can use the Microsoft Update Catalog for manual distribution. A temporary restriction affects certain Dell devices with Intel Innovation Platform Framework drivers, which Microsoft plans to address in a future update. The cumulative update resolves a total of 622 Microsoft CVEs, including 416 affecting Windows components. Users are advised to verify and install the update promptly to secure the full suite of improvements.

Winsage

July 11, 2026

AI Threat Forces Microsoft To Update Windows Patch Guidance

Microsoft is advocating for a reevaluation of Windows patch management practices due to the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) impacting cybersecurity. The company emphasizes that traditional timelines for patch deployment, typically spanning several weeks after the monthly Patch Tuesday, are inadequate against modern cyber threats. Microsoft recommends organizations shorten deployment windows to under three days for quality updates, with immediate installation deadlines and minimal user grace periods. To support these changes, Microsoft is enhancing Windows Autopatch with a new reporting dashboard for patch compliance and security insights. The company is promoting cloud-managed deployment through Microsoft Intune and Windows Autopatch while continuing to support legacy tools. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing Windows Hotpatch technology, allowing security updates to be installed without immediate reboots, and advocating for the use of identity-based access controls to isolate unpatched devices. The guidance reflects a shift from scheduled patching to continuous risk management, encouraging organizations to prioritize high-risk assets and automate update deployments. Microsoft is also investing in AI-assisted vulnerability discovery and automated code analysis to improve defensive capabilities. The overarching message is that enterprises must adapt their update strategies to address the accelerated pace of AI-driven exploitation.

AppWizard

July 1, 2026

Google rolling out new ‘Signatures’ app to Pixel and other Android phones [Gallery]

Google is introducing a new utility app named “Signatures” for Android users, starting to appear on Pixel devices and select Android smartphones with the June 2026 Play system update. The app is operational on devices like the Google Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, but not on the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, despite the same update. The app serves as a repository for users' digital signatures, which can be drawn, typed, or scanned. Its integration with other applications remains uncertain, and it can only be accessed by manually launching its components. The app is designated as (com.google.android.signature), version “17,” and is compatible with Android 12 and newer versions. It is not available through the Play Store and is distributed exclusively via Play System Updates.

Winsage

June 18, 2026

Microsoft fixes Windows Server 2016 security update failures

Microsoft resolved an installation issue affecting the June 2026 security updates (KB5094122) on Windows Server 2016 systems that had not previously installed the KB5087537 update, which was a prerequisite. Users had encountered 0x80070002 or FILENOTFOUND errors. Microsoft acknowledged the problem and confirmed that affected devices should no longer experience installation failures for the June 2026 update. Additionally, Microsoft fixed a similar issue with the May 2026 Windows 11 security update (KB5089549) that resulted in 0x800f0922 errors due to insufficient space on the EFI System Partition. They also warned users about potential installation issues with error codes 0x80073712 or 0x800f0993 on devices upgraded to Windows 11 24H2 or 25H2. Furthermore, Microsoft addressed a boot issue for Windows Server 2025 devices after the April 2026 update and a bug affecting installation failures for updates since May 2025 using the Windows Update Standalone Installer (WUSA). Lastly, they are investigating a separate issue preventing third-party applications from launching essential Office programs after the June 2026 updates.

Winsage

June 17, 2026

I dug through the Windows 11 Insider builds for June 2026 and found 7 features worth paying attention to

Microsoft rolled out several preview builds of Windows 11 in early June 2026 as part of the Windows Insider Program, focusing on refining existing functionalities rather than introducing many new features. A new Beta channel for version 26H1 was launched, featuring: - Screen Tint: An accessibility feature that provides a system-wide color overlay to reduce eye strain, accessible through Settings > Accessibility > Vision > Screen Tint, offering six preset colors or custom hues. - Low Latency Profile: Temporarily boosts processor frequency for 1 to 3 seconds during interactive tasks, improving application launch times by up to 40% and interaction times by as much as 70%, operating automatically without manual toggles. - Widgets Experience Update: Widgets now open without hover activation, Taskbar badges are off by default, and alerts are limited until user interaction. The dashboard displays Widgets under "widgets," and badging aligns with the system accent color. - Magnifier Enhancements: Users can input specific zoom percentages directly and access additional zoom presets ranging from 5% to 400%. - File Explorer Changes: Improvements for compatibility, performance, and reliability, including support for paths with double backslashes and quotation marks, and middle-click support for opening folders in new tabs. - Windows Update: Unification of drivers, .NET, and firmware updates with monthly quality updates, reducing required restarts to one per month. - Windows Search Enhancements: Improved handling of typos, missing letters, and partial app names, prioritizing accurate search results even with input errors.

Winsage

June 15, 2026

Fed up with constantly installing various updates for Windows 11? Microsoft is making monthly multiple reboots a thing of the past

Microsoft is revamping the delivery of updates for Windows 11 by bundling updates for essential components like .NET, drivers, and firmware with the monthly update cycle, currently in testing. The latest preview build (26300.8687) includes improvements to default applications, particularly the Calculator app, which will enhance readability in high contrast themes and fix inaccuracies in square-root calculations. Users will also have the option to delay monthly updates indefinitely to address concerns about update installation failures.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

Windows 11’s new performance boosting Low Latency mode is now available, and here’s what it does

The latest Windows 11 update includes the Low Latency Profile feature, which enhances performance for certain applications by temporarily increasing CPU speed for brief intervals. Currently, only Microsoft's applications and native Windows 11 features can utilize this capability, but third-party applications may be able to in the future. The update, identified as KB5094126, is necessary to activate the feature, which operates quietly in the background. Users can verify the feature's functionality by ensuring the update is installed and can conduct tests to observe changes in CPU clock speed. Personal experiences with the feature show varying degrees of improvement in responsiveness, particularly on older systems.

Winsage

June 10, 2026

Microsoft: Some Windows PCs fail to install latest monthly updates

Microsoft has warned customers about potential installation complications with the latest monthly updates on certain Windows devices upgraded to Windows 11 versions 24H2 or 25H2. Users may encounter error codes 0x80073712 or 0x800f0993 when attempting to install cumulative updates for June 2026. Affected devices include a small fraction of those running Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, as well as Windows 11 version 23H2. Users may find that updates have failed, and the specified error codes will appear in the Windows Update log files. Microsoft plans to deploy a resolution for unmanaged enterprise devices and personal PCs after a system restart, with no new devices in these categories affected starting from May 19, 2026. For impacted devices, Microsoft has released specific updates as part of its June 2026 Patch Tuesday to prevent the issue. However, the problem will not be fixed for systems already upgraded to Windows 11 versions 24H2 or 25H2, and users are advised to remove the affected package using a command in an elevated Command Prompt. If this does not resolve the issue, users may need to perform a Windows 11 in-place upgrade. Microsoft has previously addressed similar challenges related to Windows update installations, including issues from the March 2026 non-security preview update and the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates.

Winsage

May 1, 2026

April KB5083769 Windows 11 update causes backup software failures

The KB5083769 security update released in April 2026 has disrupted the functionality of various third-party backup applications on Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, primarily due to issues with the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS). Affected applications include Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, Macrium Reflect, NinjaOne Backup, and UrBackup Server. Users have reported receiving an error message indicating that backups have failed due to VSS timeouts. Acronis has acknowledged the issue, stating it affects both Windows 11 Pro and Home editions, and warns of potential broader system issues. A temporary solution involves uninstalling the KB5083769 update or pausing Windows updates. Additionally, Microsoft has issued out-of-band updates for critical issues affecting Windows Server systems and warned that some Windows Server 2025 devices may encounter BitLocker recovery prompts after installing the KB5082063 update.

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April 27, 2026

Windows 11 KB5083769: The April Update may require the recovery key on certain BitLocker-enabled systems

The April update KB5083769 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, released on April 14, 2026, has a known issue where certain devices may enter BitLocker recovery mode after installation. This problem affects a limited subset of devices with specific, non-recommended BitLocker Group Policy settings. The issue arises when BitLocker is activated, a specific TPM platform validation policy is set to include PCR7, PCR7 binding is not feasible, the Windows UEFI CA 2023 certificate is present, and the device is not using the 2023-signed Windows Boot Manager. Microsoft advises organizations to review their BitLocker Group Policy settings and verify PCR7 binding status before deploying the update to prevent devices from requesting recovery keys. If the recovery prompt appears, users will need to enter the BitLocker recovery key, but subsequent reboots should not trigger the recovery process again if the Group Policy remains unchanged.