Newly Discovered Problems in Recent Windows 11 Updates: BSODs Confirmed

Microsoft Acknowledges New Bugs in Windows 11 Version 24H2 Updates

In the wake of its recent Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft has discovered yet another series of critical issues impacting user experience. Following earlier reports of problems with the Windows Hello biometric authentication and PIN systems, the company has now highlighted a more severe bug affecting computer restarts.

Severe Error: Blue Screens of Death

As detailed by Microsoft, the April 2025 security updates for Windows 11 version 24H2 have been linked to occurrences of blue screens of death (BSOD).Users encountering this issue will see the error code 0x18B, which signifies a SECURE_KERNEL_ERROR. Microsoft’s official guidance on the matter states:

After installing this update and restarting your device, you might encounter a blue screen exception with error code 0x18B indicating a SECURE_KERNEL_ERROR.

Temporary Fixes in Place

Fortunately, there is no immediate cause for alarm. Microsoft has enacted a temporary workaround through its Known Issue Rollback (KIR) system, which effectively eliminates the faulty code responsible for the problem. This solution aims to mitigate the adverse impacts on affected systems.

Steps for Users and IT Administrators

For the average user operating in non-managed environments, there are no specific actions required at the moment. It is advisable, however, to restart your system periodically to expedite the application of the patch (typically, fixes may take up to 24 hours to distribute fully across all devices).Conversely, for IT administrators managing systems in enterprise environments, it is essential to apply the Known Issue Rollback patches in accordance with special deployment policies. Detailed instructions on this process can be found here.

Additional Bugs Reported

Beyond the issues with Windows Hello, users have reported a couple of other notable bugs related to the recent update. One of these prevents users from launching Roblox on ARM devices when it is downloaded via the Microsoft Store. Another problem arises with installation conflicts involving certain versions of Citrix software, affecting the installation of security updates.

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