Problematic Windows Update

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Link: Windows 10 KB4556799 update won't install, has audio issues, bugs [bleeping Computer]

 

Windows 10 users are facing numerous errors when installing the latest KB4556799 cumulative update, and for those who can install it, they are reporting a variety of other problems.

 

Microsoft released the Windows 10 KB4556799 cumulative update on May 12th, and since then, users have been reporting numerous problems trying to install the update, receiving BSODs, audio issues, and gaming problems.

 

With the amount of different hardware and drivers running Windows 10, there are always reports of problems installing an update, hardware no longer working, performance issues and the dreaded Blue Screen of Death crashes.

 

With this release, the number of reports has significantly increased, with BleepingComputer receiving more emails than usual about people having trouble.

 

With that said, I have installed this update on numerous computers, and I *knock on wood* am not having a single problem.

 

What users are reporting

 

There is always chatter about problems after a new Windows 10 cumulative update has been released, but with this update, the noise is definitely louder.

 

Below we have outlined some of the issues that people are having after installing the update.

 

Can't install the KB4556799 update

 

With the release of Windows 10 KB4556799, the most significant amount of reports have been related to users being unable to install the update.

 

When attempting to do so, Windows Update would begin to download the update and eventually display an error code such as 0x8024000b, 0x80070026, 0x800f0988, 0x80073701, along with many others...

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Link: Windows 10, version 2004 and Windows Server, version 2004

 

...Print spooler might error or close unexpectedly when attempting to print

 

After installing KB4557957, certain printers may be unable to print. Print spooler may error or close unexpectedly when attempting to print and no output will come from affected printer. You might also encounter issues with the apps you are attempting to print from. You might receive an error from the app or the app may close unexpectedly. Note This issue might also affect software-based printers, for example printing to PDF.

 

Affected platforms:

 

• Client: Windows 10, version 2004; Windows 10, version 1909; Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10, version 1803; Windows 10, version 1709; Windows 10, version 1607; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2015; Windows 8.1
  
• Server: Windows Server, version 2004; Windows Server, version 1909; Windows Server, version 1903; Windows Server, version 1809; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server, version 1803; Windows Server, version 1709 ; Windows Server 2012 R2; Windows Server 2012

Next steps: Microsoft is working on a resolution and will provide an update when more information is available...

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Link: Windows 10, version 2004 and Windows Server, version 2004

Sigh. Again...

I suppose they did promise to move fast and break things.

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Link: New Windows updates cause UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR blue screens [bleeping Computer]

 

Microsoft says the August 2023 preview updates released this week for Windows 11 and Windows 10 systems are causing blue screens with errors mentioning an unsupported processor issue.

 

The updates in question are tagged as KB5029351 (Windows 11) and KB5029331 (Windows 10), and they come with Search app fixes and introduce a new Backup app, respectively.

 

The complete list of affected platforms includes Windows 10 21H2/22H2 and Windows 11 22H2.

 

"Microsoft has received reports of an issue in which users are receiving an 'UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR' error message on a blue screen after installing updates released on August 2," Redmond said.

 

The company also added that the problematic cumulative updates "might automatically uninstall to allow Windows to start up as expected."

 

Some customers who experienced this issue reported [1, 2] have already confirmed that the buggy optional updates were automatically rolled back after several reboots.

 

Microsoft is investigating the newly acknowledged known issue to find out whether it stems from a Microsoft-related cause...

 

...This week, Microsoft also introduces a new Windows 11 policy providing administrators with better control over how monthly non-security preview updates are delivered on enterprise devices.

 

Once enabled, users can choose between having optional updates installed automatically or manually selecting the ones they want to receive.

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Link: December's Windows 11 KB5033375 update breaks Wi-Fi connectivity

 

The KB5033375 cumulative update released during the December 2023 Patch Tuesday causes Wi-Fi connectivity issues on some Windows 11 devices.

 

Besides a massive stream of user reports on Reddit, Twitter, and Microsoft's own community platform, several universities have also issued advisories recommending students to uninstall the KB5033375 update (and the optional cumulative update preview KB50532288, if installed).

 

For instance, a University of British Columbia incident report says, "This issue affects enterprise wireless networks (ubcsecure, ubcprivate, eduroam), but does not affect home wireless/internet usage."

 

Based on customer reports, this issue impacts enterprise wireless networks with fast-transition/fast-roaming enabled to facilitate seamless device movement between wireless access points.

 

Home users who have installed KB5033375 or KB50532288 are yet to report experiencing Wi-Fi connectivity problems.

 

The impact seems confined to Windows 11 operating systems, specifically those operating on version 22H2 or 23H2 feature releases. Windows 10 systems don't seem to be affected by this particular issue.

 

Currently, there's no information on whether these wireless connectivity problems extend to specific models of wireless network adapters.

 

Temporary workaround available

 

As a temporary solution, users affected by this issue are advised to uninstall the KB5033375 Windows 11 December cumulative update and the related KB50532288 optional preview update (which might not have been installed on all impacted systems).

 

To uninstall the buggy update, you need to go through the following steps:

 

1. Open the Windows start menu, search for "Windows Update," then go to Update history > Uninstall updates
   
2. On the list of installed updates, select KB5033375 (or KB50532288), and then click the Uninstall button next to it.
   
3. After the update is uninstalled, restart the computer.

Once uninstalled, you should also use the 'Show or Hide Updates' troubleshooter to hide the update so Windows Update will no longer show it in the list of available updates.

 

A Microsoft spokesperson was not immediately available for comment when contacted by BleepingComputer earlier today.

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Link: Windows 11, version 25H2 known issues and notifications | Microsoft Learn

 

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Microsoft has received reports of an issue in which some Samsung device models lose access to the 😄 drive after installing the February 2026 security update (KB5077181) and subsequent updates. Users might encounter the error, “C:\ is not accessible – Access denied”, which prevents access to files and blocks the launch of some applications including Outlook, Office apps, web browsers, system utilities and Quick Assist. 

 

Microsoft and Samsung investigated these reports and concluded that the symptoms were caused by an issue in the Samsung Galaxy Connect app. While the reports coincided with recent March Patch Tuesday timing, investigation confirmed the issue is not caused by current or previous Windows monthly updates. The issue has been observed on Samsung Galaxy Book 4 and Samsung Desktop models running Windows 11, versions 24H2 and 25H2, including NP750XGJ, NP750XGL, NP754XGJ, NP754XFG, NP754XGK, DM500SGA, DM500TDA, DM500TGA, and DM501SGA.

 

Affected devices encounter the issue when users execute common actions, such as accessing files, launching applications, or performing administrative tasks, and do not require any specific user action beyond routine operations. In some cases, users are also unable to elevate privileges, uninstall updates, or collect logs due to permission failures.

 

Resolution: This issue can be resolved on affected devices by following the guidance documented in the Microsoft KB article “Recovery steps: Samsung Galaxy Connect or Samsung Continuity Service might cause loss of access to the C: drive.” ...

 

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