Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected notification following the installation of the KB5046633 update, which rolled out on November 12. Many are reporting an alarming message stating, “Your version of Windows has reached the end of service” and urging them to “Get the newer version of Windows to stay up to date.” This has understandably caused confusion among those who are still within the support window for Windows 11 version 23H2.
Clarification from Microsoft
A representative from Microsoft has confirmed to Windows Latest that this notification is indeed a bug. While Windows 11 24H2 is the latest version available, version 23H2 remains supported until November 11, 2025 for Home and Pro users, and until November 10, 2026 for Enterprise and Education editions. Following these dates, Microsoft will cease to provide security updates, bug fixes, or support for older systems.
Despite the reassurance from Microsoft, users have expressed their frustration. One user remarked, “I’m on Windows 11 23H2, which is still supported; why do I suddenly see a message saying that this is End of Service?” Another echoed similar sentiments, noting the confusion after installing the updates.
Widespread User Experience
The erroneous alert continues to display a “Check for updates” button, further complicating the situation for users who have already updated their systems. Windows Latest has verified this issue through testing, confirming that even fully updated systems are receiving these incorrect alerts.
According to the Microsoft support representative, this notification is a known issue that is currently under investigation and will be resolved automatically through a server-side update. “This is just a reporting bug on our side,” they stated, adding that the erroneous message should disappear within hours. For those eager to resolve the issue sooner, logging out or restarting their systems may expedite the process.
Details on KB5046633
The KB5046633 update, part of November 2024’s mandatory security updates, includes several important fixes. Notably, it addresses a problem that leads to excessive battery consumption for devices utilizing the Modern Standby feature. Additionally, it introduces an option to reassign the Copilot key for alternative functions, such as launching Windows Search.
While the source of this notification glitch remains unclear, users are advised to disregard the alert for now and revisit the Windows Update page later for accurate information.
