Microsoft has rolled out its latest Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11, specifically for versions 24H2, 23H2, and 22H2. Correspondingly, the updates are delivered through the following identifiers: KB5055523 for 24H2 and KB5055528 for both 23H2 and 22H2. Once applied, users will find their systems updated to build versions 26100.3775, 22631.5189, and 22621.5189 respectively.
What’s New in the Updates?
Updates for Windows 11 Version 24H2
Security Highlights
This release addresses critical security vulnerabilities within the Windows operating system.
Key Improvements
This update incorporates enhancements previously included in update KB5053656 (issued on March 27, 2025).Below are key areas of improvement introduced with this update:
- [Authentication]: This update resolves an issue with machine password rotation within the Identity Update Manager, particularly impacting Kerberos and Credential Guard, which could potentially disrupt user authentication.
- [Daylight Saving Time (DST)]: Adjustments have been made for the Aysen region in Chile to align with government directives regarding DST changes in 2025. Additional information can be found on the Daylight Saving Time & Time Zone Blog.
- [PcaUiArm]: An issue affecting the PcaUiArmUpdate feature has been addressed, enhancing reliability under specific conditions.
Devices that have applied prior updates will receive only the newly included features from this release.
Details about security vulnerabilities can be found in the Security Update Guide and the April 2025 Security Updates.
AI Components Updates
The following AI components have been updated in this release:
AI Component Version Image Search 1.7.820.0 Content Extraction 1.7.820.0 Semantic Analysis 1.7.820.0
Windows 11 Servicing Stack Update (KB5058538) – 26100.3764
This update focuses on quality improvements to the servicing stack, the essential component that facilitates Windows update installations. Ensuring a stable servicing stack is vital for a seamless update experience.
Known Issues
| Applies to | Symptom | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| Roblox | All users on Arm devices may face difficulties downloading and playing Roblox from the Microsoft Store. |
Roblox is currently addressing this issue. For temporary access, users are directed to download the game directly from www. Roblox.com. |
| Citrix | Devices with specific Citrix components could experience failures when installing the January 2025 Windows security update. This has been noted particularly with Citrix Session Recording Agent (SRA) version 2411. |
For solutions prior to proceeding with the update, refer to this documentation. Microsoft is in collaboration with Citrix to rectify this issue. |
| Windows Hello | Users with specific security features may face login issues with Windows Hello after performing a reset. |
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Updates for Windows 11 Versions 23H2 and 22H2
Security Highlights
Similar to 24H2, these updates are essential for addressing security vulnerabilities within the operating system.
Normal Rollout
- [Daylight Saving Time (DST)]: Updates have been included for the Aysen region in Chile to reflect government changes for 2025. More information can be found on the Daylight Saving Time & Time Zone Blog.
Improvements in Windows 11, Version 23H2
Important: Make sure to use EKB KB5027397 to upgrade to this version. The update introduces various security enhancements, building on all features from version 22H2, with no additional documented issues for this release.
Improvements in Windows 11, Version 22H2
This release includes important updates from KB5053657 dated March 25, 2025. The primary focus is on enhancing internal OS security functionality without further documented concerns.
Should you have previous updates installed, only the new enhancement from this update will be downloaded.
For detailed vulnerability information, visit the Security Update Guide and the April 2025 Security Update.
Windows 11 Servicing Stack Update (KB5053665) – 22621.5120 and 22631.5120
This update focuses on refining the servicing stack, a pivotal component that supports Windows Update installations, ensuring enhanced reliability.
Identified Issues
| Applies to | Symptoms | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix | All users may face update issues with Citrix components installed. |
For a resolution, users may reference this documentation prior to installation of the new Windows security update, with ongoing collaboration from Microsoft on a fix. |
The updates can be manually obtained through Windows Update and are expected to install automatically for most users. For offline installation, access the Microsoft Catalog website: find the update for 24H2 here, and for 23H2 and 22H2 here.
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