Microsoft has released its latest Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, encompassing versions 24H2, 23H2, and 22H2. Users will now have access to build versions 26100.3194 for 24H2 (KB5051987), and 22631.4890 and 22621.4890 for 23H2 and 22H2 (KB5051989) respectively after installing these updates.
New Features and Updates
Windows 11 24H2 Update
Highlights
- This update focuses on enhancing security across the Windows operating system.
Improvements
This security update also integrates enhancements from the prior KB5050094 (released January 28, 2025).Key details of the improvements made include:
- General security enhancements to core operating system functionality have been included, with no additional issues reported in this release.
For users who previously installed updates, only the new components included in this package will be downloaded.
To learn more about existing security vulnerabilities, visit the Security Update Guide and refer to the February 2025 Security Updates.
Windows 11 Servicing Stack Update (KB5052085) – Build 26100.3189
This update introduces quality enhancements to the servicing stack, the essential component for installing Windows updates. Updates to this stack ensure that your devices maintain a reliable and efficient mechanism for receiving Microsoft updates.
Known Issues
Roblox Accessibility
Issue for All Users
Players using Arm-based devices may encounter difficulties downloading and playing Roblox through the Microsoft Store. However, they can still access Roblox by visiting www. Roblox.com directly.
Open Secure Shell Service Problems
Issue for All Users
Post the October 2024 security update, some users have reported that the OpenSSH service fails to initiate, hindering SSH connections. This problem is noted across enterprise, IoT, and education sectors, with a limited number of devices affected. Microsoft is currently determining if consumers running Windows Home or Pro editions are also impacted.
A temporary resolution involves modifying permissions (ACLs) for related directories. The steps are as follows:
- Launch PowerShell with administrative privileges.
- Modify permissions on the directories
C:\ProgramData\sshandC:\ProgramData\ssh\logsto grant full control to SYSTEM and Administrators, while ensuring Authenticated Users retain read access. Run these commands:$directoryPath = "C:\ProgramData\ssh" $acl = Get-Acl -Path $directoryPath $sddlString = "O:BAD:PAI(A;OICI;FA;;;SY)(A;OICI;FA;;;BA)(A;OICI;0x1200a9;;;AU)" $securityDescriptor = New-Object System. Security. AccessControl. RawSecurityDescriptor $sddlString $acl. SetSecurityDescriptorSddlForm($securityDescriptor. GetSddlForm("All")) Set-Acl -Path $directoryPath -AclObject $acl- Repeat the above for
C:\ProgramData\ssh\logs.Microsoft is actively looking into this issue and will provide updates when a fix is available.
Citrix Compatibility Issues
Issue for IT Administrators
Some devices with specific Citrix components may experience failures when attempting to install the January 2025 Windows security update. This issue has been observed in devices with the Citrix Session Recording Agent (SRA) version 2411, released in December 2024. Affected devices could initially appear to download and apply the update correctly, but upon restart, users might see an error like “Something didn’t go as planned. No need to worry – undoing changes, ” leading to a rollback of updates. This issue likely affects a limited number of organizations since version 2411 is relatively new. Home users are expected to be exempt from these issues.
Citrix has documented this issue and provided a workaround for use prior to the January 2025 Windows security update. Details can be found in Citrix’s support documentation. Microsoft plans to collaborate with Citrix to find a solution and will update their documentation accordingly.
Updates for 23H2 and 22H2
Highlights
- This update enhances security for your Windows operating system.
Notable Improvements
For Windows 11, version 23H2: To update to Windows 11, version 23H2, use KB5027397. This security update encompasses all enhancements found in Windows 11, version 22H2.
- No additional issues are reported for this specific release.
For Windows 11, version 22H2: This security update incorporates updates from KB5050092 (released on January 28, 2025).Noteworthy fixes include:
- [Hyper-V] Resolved an issue causing delays in backup scenarios that could affect smooth operation.
Only new updates in this package will be downloaded and installed if prior updates are present on your device.
For extensive information regarding security vulnerabilities, refer to the Security Update Guide and the February 2025 Security Update.
Windows 11 Servicing Stack Update (KB5053488) – 22621.4890 and 22631.4890
This update introduces quality improvements to the servicing stack, ensuring that your devices can effectively receive and install all necessary Microsoft updates.
Additional Known Issues
Open Secure Shell Service
Issue for All Users
As previously discussed, the OpenSSH service failure persists post the October update, along with the potential resolution steps listed earlier.
Citrix Update Installation Failure
Issue for IT Administrators
As highlighted earlier, Citrix users may confront issues during the installation of the January 2025 Windows security update. Citrix’s guidance and the suggested workaround are emphasized for smooth operations.
These updates are accessible via Windows Update and will generally install automatically. For offline installation, updates are available for download from the Microsoft Catalog website. You can find the update for 24H2 here (ensure you check the installation instructions here, as this process might be complex).For 23H2 and 22H2 updates, access them here.
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