The recent rollout of the 2024 update for Windows 11 has brought with it a familiar companion: bugs. Among the issues that have emerged, a notable one affects the System File Checker (SFC), a tool designed to scan for and repair corrupted system files. This utility has long been a trusted ally for users seeking to maintain the performance and stability of their Windows environment.
System File Checker Stuck in a Loop
However, with the introduction of the 24H2 update, the SFC is experiencing a significant hiccup. Users have reported that the tool is now caught in a loop of false positives. When executed, SFC identifies certain files as corrupt and attempts to repair them. Yet, upon subsequent scans, it continues to flag the same files as needing repair, regardless of the number of times the process is repeated.
This peculiar behavior was first noted by testers within the Windows Insider Program and has unfortunately persisted into the production version of Windows 11 24H2. For those curious to test this for themselves, the process is straightforward. Simply type CMD in the search field, select the option to run as administrator, and enter sfc /scannow. The tool will then scan your drive for any corrupted files, ideally repairing them automatically.
In previous versions of Windows, a second run of the tool would typically yield no findings, as the issues would have been resolved. However, in this latest iteration, users are met with the frustrating reality of an unyielding SFC that insists on the corruption of files that have already been repaired.
According to insights from Windows Latest, the root of this bug appears to be linked to discrepancies in the hash values of certain WebView2-related files. These mismatches lead the SFC to mistakenly classify them as corrupted. While this glitch is unlikely to inflict any real damage on your Windows 11 setup, it may be prudent to refrain from utilizing the tool until Microsoft addresses this issue.
