In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, staying ahead of potential threats is paramount. Recent trends highlight the prevalence of various cyberattacks, underscoring the importance of timely security updates. To safeguard sensitive data, users are encouraged to install the latest security patches as they become available.
Among the latest updates, two significant vulnerabilities have been addressed. One exploit allowed for privilege escalation through the Windows Cloud Files Mini Filter Driver component, while another left GitHub Copilot for JetBrains susceptible to remote code injections. For those keen on keeping their systems secure, Microsoft’s Security Update Guide serves as an invaluable resource, detailing the latest vulnerabilities resolved in new updates.
The KB5072033 update also squashes a few bugs
Beyond critical security enhancements, the December 2025 patch introduces several fixes and quality-of-life improvements for Windows 11 users. Among the adjustments, disabling AI features like Recall is recommended for optimal performance. However, users who have embraced Microsoft Copilot may have experienced some erratic behavior with the “Ask Copilot” extension, which has now been rectified. Additionally, an issue within the networking stack that caused external virtual switches to lose their physical network adapter bindings has been resolved.
Another consumer concern that garnered attention was a visual glitch in File Explorer, where a bright white flash would occur when switching between directories. This distraction was particularly jarring for users who prefer dark mode. Fortunately, the KB5072033 update addresses this issue, restoring a smoother user experience. The patch notes also indicate that several AI components, including Image Search, have been upgraded to newer versions.
However, users should be aware of a known issue with the new patch. After updating, some may find it difficult to locate the password icon in the sign-in options on the lock screen. This visual glitch can be temporarily resolved by hovering the cursor over the area where the icon is expected to appear, prompting the password button to reappear. Users should already see an update notification in the system tray, or they can manually check for updates by navigating to Start > Settings > Windows Update and selecting “Check for Windows updates.”
