Imagine your computer as a castle. In 2024, Windows 10 and 11, being the walls, were attacked with a staggering 1394 security vulnerabilities, according to MSRC-the watchdogs working for Microsoft. Luckily, an agile team of security experts within Microsoft exists, resolving security flaws on a first-come-first-serve basis. Updates are your first line of defense. But what if a cure is worse than the disease? Windows updates-can solve bugs, but quite often-come bearing their own bags of chaos. Consider the guide as your survival manual when an update starts behaving badly.
“FIXED” Issues:Microsoft has released an update! Ensure your system is uptodate to resolve the problem.
“UNFIXED” Issues:Dive into the specific entry for workarounds or consider rolling back updates for a temporary solution.
[Not Fixed] May 28, 2025, Windows 11 Version 24H2, KB5058499 Cumulative Update
Problems : Windows 11 fails to start | Run dialog not appearing properly
Enter KB5058499 for Windows 11 24H2, bundling a slew of AI enhancements, critical fixes for bugs, and overall system improvements. Main attraction is for the “Click-to-do” to roll out, potentially setting things on the new perspective. But has the AI dragging gone too far? There is skepticism as people wonder whether AI is expanding even farther into the Windows world.
Forget juggling devices. Windows 11 has taken the phonetoPC experience to the next level, though Phone Link still trails behind Quick Share in file transfer speed. Immerse yourself in rich visuals with the new, frigging amazing,hidef “Use HDR” toggleequipped right inSettings>System>Display. And boom! Enter the KB5058499 update with taskbar magic, wirefree voice control, and an ubermodern Windows Share window ready to spice up life in Windows 11 forever.
heads up! The newest update packs a punch, yet some devices, especially those running 23H2 and 22H2, might stumble right out of the gate. Have you witnessed a no-start situation just after installing it? Just great! Now might be the perfect time to leap into 24H2.
Heads Up! The latest update packs a punch, but there might be devices, especially those running 23H2 and 22H2, that might stumble right out of the gate. Have you witnessed a no-start situation just after installing it? Just great! Now might be the perfect time to leap into 24H2.
Still clinging on to 23H2? Your golden chance may be a fresh clean install of the update. If the troublemakers below hold you back from the jump from 23H2 to 24H2, take heed: solutions await you underneath this section.
Vanished Run Command? Don’t Panic!
On a couple of account, I’m not the one who suffers, but in other news… It has a rectangular form of the taskbar cache.
Solution? Unleash Disk Cleanup! Just type Disk Cleanup in the Start menu and you can let it do its magic: temporary files will be expelled, the Recycle Bin evicts its squatters, and remnants of outdated updates will be destroyed.
A clean boot is the next arsenal weapon if the system is feeling sluggish. It really is a laser-focused system reboot that kills any slowdowns and restores responsiveness.
[No issues] May 27, 2025, Windows 11 Version 24H2, KB5061977 Out-of-Band (OOB) Update
A new emergency update with the title KB 5061977 was afforded by a surge in exploit attempts for remote code execution and foradministrator privileges takeover. Hence, Patch Tuesday tradition was shattered so to indicate an acute threat that needs urgent addressing.
Heads up: Lots of fortification here, not something flashy to play with. Microsoft is not telling much about the exploit, but the threat is one of privilege escalation. Setting it up as a standard user account would be a good defense. The good news is there will be a few Microsoft devices getting a nifty update to their Administrator Protection feature–like an extra layer of bouncer protection thrown onto the VIP section of your system.
[Not Fixed] May 13, 2025, Windows 11 Version 24H2, KB5058411 Cumulative Update
Facing a Tech Crisis?
Are you computer screaming out in an electronic tantrum? Do you have to search for that stupid BitLocker recovery key? Has your system refused to install updates on a whim? In worse times, you would find yourself staring right at the cold face of the blue screen of death (BSoD)! Have I even mentioned that strange phenomenon of corrupting the Asian characters?
You’re not alone. These are common computer woes, but they don’t have to derail your digital life.
May’s Patch Tuesday saw the release of KB5058411, an exhaustive cleanup of the remnants left over from April’s KB5055627. Did it finally kill those gremlins of the inetpub folder? Well, they are still being deliberated upon. But fear not, users of Windows Hello; Microsoft heard your cries and came up with a fix for the login issues that came into being with the previous update.
Blue Screen Blues? BitLocker Got You Down? Fear Not!
The dreadinducing BitLocker recovery screen on starting up post the KB5058411 update can chill you down. Has the recovery key been forgotten in Pro and Enterprise? Or are you on Windows 11 Home where BitLocker settings feel like a calamity? Take a deep breath. You’re not kept out forever. BitLocker’s autoencryption beast can be subdued quite simply.
Your file explorer is acting a little wonky, the menus refusing to behave. It may not just be the graphics drivers, after all. A menu item going haywire would rather often become a casualty of memory and cache overload. Suddenly severing the ties between OneDrive and your file explorer would quite potentially relieve this situation by lightening the heavy burden on CPU and freeing memory.
Are you seeing weird gibberish on your screen instead of elegant Chinese, Japanese, or Korean scripts? Well, that’s something going on with users-lovely characters being pixelated into a terrible mess! Microsoft offers a simple solution: just increase your display scaling to 125% or 150%. It’s a short-term fix, but hopefully, a permanent solution is just around the corner.
Is your Windows 11 24H2 more of a Blue Screen experience than an actual operating system? While there are reports of the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSoD), please don’t panic- it is not an epidemic affecting everyone. If your system has fallen, we have battle-tested fixes to resurrect your machine. Watch out for install glitches, too- some folks are getting 0x800 error codes like 0x800f0991. We will work on that together!
Having gotten the 0x800 cryptic error, it can feel as if you collided with a brick wall! But don’t lose hope as we have listed and solved the more common causes. Is Windows throwing 0x80070570 at you? Consider Startup Repair or emptying the SoftwareDistribution folder-just a little digital spring cleaning! Got the 0x0 0x0 mystery behind you, frustrating c000000f or Error Code 43? Here is how to troubleshoot it all. If your Windows Update has got stuck and left you stranded in the limbo of “updates pending” status, fear not-we’ve got a couple of options for you to get things moving again.
Tired of Windows updates that just won’t install? Imagine kicking back while a Microsoft expert takes over! With Quick Assist, an update is just moments away from being smooth again. They will create a restore point for safety, bash the bugs, and get the update back on track. Stop wrangling with glitches; Windows updating without any swim has finally arrived!
Wait, you mean you’re inspired by update errors? Don’t let that glitch break your groove. Activate a stop on updates for a few weeks, and consider it your mini break from tech troubles until a new release, hopefully, brings better luck. Still stuck? At least there is a cloud reset option for your device that would save the precious data for you; however, it might take a considerable amount of time.
Try out the Windows 11 troubleshooter before starting Quick Assist. Think of it as a firstaid kit for your computer located underSystem >Troubleshoot >Other troubleshooters.It might just apply the necessary patches to resolve things before you have to call in the cavalry.
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Installation hiccups got you down? This troubleshooter is a digital physician that diagnoses and cures the affliction of installation-related distress. It is capable of straightening out knotty security settings, rescuing lost or damaged files, and waking up sleepy service registrations. Away from your usual problems that it deals calmly with, it moves on to resolving issues associated with Windows Network Diagnostics, the mysteriously named IsPostback_RC_PendingUpdates, the WaaSMedicService, and most importantly, the BITS service. It really is a one-stop-shop for an installation gone down easy.
Need an unusual PC update? Bypass the patience game and go directly to the Microsoft Update Catalog for your download. Just a little piece of advice for you: when the menu pops up, make sure you grab the update that is right for your system (x64 or ARM). The size of these updates is pretty much huge they’re over a gigabyte! Once it’s downloaded, just double-click to install.
Few Windows 11 updates missed on your end? A fresh start will do you well. Say goodbye to the lag and welcome the latest features with a clean reinstallation of Windows 11. Consider it digital spring cleaning! Use the Windows Installation Assistant, an ISO file, the Media Creation Tool, or a favorite method. If you have a little bit of extra speed in your bloodstream, go for a cloud download reset! The same sparkling clean OS, but faster!
It has been quite an update-hopscotch on Windows 11! While 23H2 was scheduled for release, the new 24H2 was somehow being pushed onto users. 22H2 is so out of fashion now! It is time to upgrade!
Encounter the obstacle when jumping from 23H2 to 24H2- it’s time to apply our cheats for a smooth transition. Get free from here!
[Fixed] April 25, 2025, Windows 11 Version 24H2, KB5055627 Cumulative Update
Problems : File explorer bugs | Display and resolution problems | Potentially hackable inetpub folder | Windows Hello failures
Copilot+ PCs are not the only ones having all the fun! While KB5055627 brought gamechanging features like Windows Recall to the latest and greatest machines, your everyday Windows 11 PC has also received some neat upgrades. One of them isAsk Copilot, though some users are already finding it a bit…much.
Heads up! This should be a rather easy update. Nonetheless, the leftover “inetpub” folder from the previous update could be a secret entry into your device from hackers. The risk: somebody else gains entry toyourdevice. While Microsoft fixed that in later updates, we’ve thrown in some extra defenses that you’d want to take a look at just in case.
The Windows Hello metaphorically gives you the finger. The May update has decidedly put an end to any silly authentication issues. Consequently, if something goes wrong with your biometric logins, just restart your PC and re-register the credentials to put these errors behind you.
But that was not all: lurking in the shadows was a credential-stealing mystery, CVE-2025-24054, to steal your Windows NTLM credentials. Learn to protect your system from this threat.
[Fixed] April 8, 2025, Windows 11 Version 24H2, KB5055523 Cumulative Version
Problems : Confusing inetpub folder | Installation errors 0x80070306, 0x800f0905, and 0x800704ec | Blue screen of death errors
KB5055523 was April’s security patch update. It fixes the public key cryptography authentication on Windows accounts in Credential Guard.
Accidentally nuked theinetpubfolder? Don’t panic. Microsoft created it as a security buffer against threats like CVE-2025-21204 (KB5055523 details why it’s crucial). While Microsoft strongly advises against deleting it, mistakes happen. Click here to resurrect theinetpubfolder and restore your OS security baseline. Consider it your digital “undo” button.
Windows Update Hanging? Don’t worry! First, handle the common errors with our troubleshooting guide. Failing that, maybe RAM is to be blamed. Run Memory Diagnostic to check. Is your RAM giving you less than what you expect from it? Should two-channel RAM bring you that performance push that you badly need? Investigate!
Still wrestling with a stubborn update? Consider putting a reset on those Windows Update components! Explain the usual steps in the command prompt, running commands such asnet stop wuauservto cleanse the system from inertia. And if that pesky update keeps looping back like a boomerang, borrow some tricks from the pros that work with the infinite reboot loop: maybe they hold the last clue to your update woes!
Microsoft 365 Copilot has landed! Prepare for liftoff – this isn’t your average update. We’re talking game-changing features that’ll make you rethink your workflow. (Spoiler: youmightneed a Microsoft 365 subscription to unlock the full potential). Are you ready to experience the future of productivity? Explore the features you can’t afford to miss.
Sudden shutdowns gore you down?Try to banish scheduled shutdowns! They might be the culprits. Click here and learn how.Sound problems haunting your system?Maybe a full audio reset would do fine. Find the ultimate solution here.
This means that Microsoft has gone down and plugged a massive hole: the free security updates to Windows 10 have been officially terminated. Well, in danger it will not selfdestruct, but an unupdated PC is a welcome sign to cyber threats. Be smart and do not become an easy bait!
[Not Fixed] May 28, 2025, Windows 10 Version 22H2, KB5058481 Quality Update
Problems : Asian characters not displaying correctly | Update not installing or getting frozen
Tick-tock, Windows 10’s time is running out. Don’t expect any big features; Microsoft is now mostly focused on polishing what is there. Case in point: KB5058481. Remember the clock that showed seconds in the calendar view? It was back! This update also brings slight improvements to mobile operator profiles and WinSas, though watch out: some reported difficulties with the install as systems refused to complete the update. Proceed with caution.
Warning for Windows 10 users: Here come cyber criminals mercilessly hunting for admin rights. If you find update KB5061979 dated May 27th or KB5061768 dated May 19th in your update queue, give it the prompt click on install. These out-of-the-band patches will guard you from the recent attacks. Want to read everything? Check out the Windows 11 section to know the full details about these vulnerabilities.
[Partially Fixed] May 13, 2025, Windows 10 Version 22H2, KB5058379 Security Update
Problems : Blue screen of death (BSoD) screens | BitLocker recovery screens | Windows 10 triggering automatic repair
Heads up, Windows 10 users! That “security” update, KB5058379 (dated May 2025), meant to bolster Secure Boot’s defenses, might just brick your machine instead. We are talking about BitLocker recovery screens from hell, BSOD, and a boot time that makes molasses look fast. Some have been trapped in an infinite automatic repair loop, though, luckily, this one can usually be circumvented. Would you want to risk your system turning into chaos in exchange for an extra security margin?
[Fixed] April 22, 2025, Windows 10 Version 22H2, KB5055612 Non-Security Update
Problems: Update fails during PC restart
This update (KB5055612) cancels out exposed vulnerabilities in your drivers, active processes, and even the GPU. So, think of it as your PC’s very own digital bodyguard reinforcing its defenses.
But what if this installer gets stuck in the middle of the installation? No panic, a restart itself might not do the trick. Run DISM and SFC commands to get the system repair crew working for you. If it is still frozen, Startup Repair is your last resortIt can even unfreeze the most stubborn update blocks. Get your system patching and protect.
[Fixed] April 8, 2025, Windows 10 Version 22H2, KB5055518 Security Update
Problems : Installation failure with error code 0x8007000d | Laptop freezing
A very important patch for security, KB5055518, is all set to come pouring into your Windows 10 machine, sometime in April 2025. This update is regarding the System Guard Runtime Monitor Broker service (SgmBroker.exe), specifically altering the usually neglected inetpub folder.
Citrix Users: Proceed with Caution!Installation hiccups may arise if you’re running Citrix components. Digging deeper, the cause might be linked to the dreaded DistributedCOM error.
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Windows Update Grounded? PowerShell to the Rescue!
Is your Windows update endlessly looped lore and is searing a progress bar into your mind? Don’t resign yourself to software obsolescence just yet. If your update just won’t install, PowerShell could very well be that unsung hero. So hide your frustration, fire up PowerShell, and blast that update though!
OpenPowerShellas administrator by typing it into theStart menu search. In PowerShell, use this command:
“` Install
–
Module PSWindowsUpdate “`
Having a security prompt informing you that an untrusted repository is going on? No worries! Just type ‘A’ to authorize all changes and allow the installation to proceed.
Check for the latest Windows updates by typing the following into PowerShell:
“` Get
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WindowsUpdate “`
Updates available? It’s grind time for your trusty command prompt! Run the following command. You might be hit up with a final confirmation window. Don’t pause-even a second: press “A” on your keyboard!
“` Install
–
WindowsUpdate “`
Wait for the broken Windows updates to heal themselves. They will automatically execute in the PowerShell window.
Tip : how does PowerShell differ from Command Prompt? Read on to find out.
One step for unlocking hidden features on Windows! Go intoSettings>Windows Update. You first hitAdvanced Options, then go all the way to theAdditional Options. And then your final reward is the elusiveOptional Updateslist, which would allow for a number of system enhancements.
Are you facing some Windows-related problems after a recent update? These fixes are reliable enough to be your saving grace. Try putting them to work to restore peace in your system.
You can uninstall smaller Windows updates (to roll back builds, see the next section) if needed.
In Windows 10, go toControl Panel ->Programs ->Programs and Features ->Installed updates.
If you want to banish an annoying Windows update, the main pane is your destination. From there, scroll until the “Microsoft Windows” beacon shines forth, and you’ll find a wealth of KB and security updates for Windows 10, with installation dates stamped along. The guilty one having been identified? Right-click its name and remove it, followed by a reboot; it will be never-there, never-was!
Something broke because of a recent Windows 11 update? No problem! Microsoft offers you a “get out of jail free” card. Go throughSettings >Windows Update >Update History >Uninstall updates. Locate the guilty update, perhaps the May 2024 update, and click “Uninstall.” Your PC now has a time machine to glide back to days when things were smooth, before the update.
How to Roll Back Windows Builds
Regretting the recent Windows update? Don’t panic! Windows throws you a lifeline: just 10 days to hit the “undo” button. It’s like a safety net to return to a prior version, hopefully in a calmer state. Think of it as a trial period-until-you-can-choose-if-this-shiny-new-update-is-great-or-is-a-gremlin. It won’t bring any deleted files back to life, but at least you’ll have the option to walk back down the memory lane.
Go toSettings ->Update & security ->Recoveryin Windows 10 orSettings ->System ->Recoveryin Windows 11.
BelowReset this PCis the option toGo backto the previous version of Windows.
Feeling regretful for an untimely Windows update?. You can go right ahead andGet Startedat your Windows settings to go back – but you must be fast as time moves on! By default, the time machine will be able to turn back the clock only for10 daysinto the past.
Check Your Windows Build
Let’s begin by finding out which version of Windows you might be running! Knowing your build number is paramount for grasping which update woes affect your system at their core, before you even think of rolling back.
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You will also findDefinition Updates, which are security intelligence updates related to Microsoft Defender.
Tucked away at the very end? That’s where you’ll unearth “Other Updates” essential, under-the-radar enhancements like the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool, vital intelligence briefings, and crucial security reinforcements.
Other Updates include seldom marketed changes such as the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool, key intelligence briefing updates, and critical security enhancement.
Say goodbye to Windows updates crashing your system! Wrest back control; do not be a guinea pig for Microsoft’s newest patches. Instead, delay the updates strategically, follow the tech news for any early bug reports, and then update on your term while it’s safe to do so.
Windows 11 updates are modern interruptions. Take control! Go toSettings >Windows Update >More options >Pause updates, and call a ceasefire. Then extend the bliss from the default one week up to a glorious five! One lovely uninterrupted week at a time, reclaim your time.
Windows updates interrupting you? Taking control of updates is now possible! So, for computers running Windows 10 Home, Professional, Enterprise, or Education, even those in S mode, you can pause an update. Head on over toSettings >Update & Security >Windows Updateand look for the “Pause” option. Depending on your Windows 10 flavor, maybe it will be labeled Defer under something else. Click on it and reclaim your time!
Tip : did you know that Windows comes with a Super Administrator account? Learn how to activate it.
If you want to completely block Windows updates indefinitely, disable the main Windows Update service through the Registry Editor.
Click Start, typeregedit, open the Registry Editor, and navigate to the following path:
“` Computer\
HKEYLOCALMACHINE
\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WaaSMedicSvc “`
Right-click onStartto modify it, then change itsValue datato4.
Your PC is poorly behaving after the update? You are not alone with this. Those patches meant to enhance performance may very well introduce a new set of problems. However, don’t go mad! Have faith that there are ways to solve the issues before you throw your computer out the window. The Microsoft Store acting up? Microphone not working? Here are the fixes to get your tech going again.
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