Extended Security Updates
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5082200 extended security update
Microsoft has released the Windows 10 KB5082200 extended security update to fix the April 2026 Patch Tuesday vulnerabilities, including 2 zero-days. This update brings some interesting changes, including new Remote Desktop Protocol file phishing protections and new Windows Security indicators that provide the status of the rollout of new Secure Boot certificates. If you are running […]
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5078885 extended security update
Microsoft has released the Windows 10 KB5078885 extended security update to fix the March 2026 Patch Tuesday vulnerabilities, including 2 zero-days and an issue that prevents some devices from shutting down. If you are running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC or are enrolled in the ESU program, you can install this update like normal by going into Settings, […]
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5075912 extended security update
Microsoft has released the Windows 10 KB5075912 extended security update to fix February 2026 Patch Tuesday vulnerabilities, including six zero-days, and continue rolling out replacements for expiring Secure Boot certificates. If you are running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC or are enrolled in the ESU program, you can install this update like normal by going into Settings, […]
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5073724 extended security update
Microsoft has released the KB5073724 extended security update to fix the Patch Tuesday security updates, including 3 zero-days and a fix for expiring Secure Boot certificates. If you are running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC or are enrolled in the ESU program, you can install this update like normal by going into Settings, clicking on Windows Update, and manually performing […]
Microsoft releases Windows 10 KB5071546 extended security update
Microsoft has released the KB5071546 extended security update to resolve 57 security vulnerabilities, including three zero-day flaws. If you are running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC or are enrolled in the ESU program, you can install this update like normal by going into Settings, clicking on Windows Update, and manually performing a ‘Check for Updates.’ As this update is mandatory, it […]
Microsoft: Windows 10 KB5072653 OOB update fixes ESU install errors
Microsoft has released an emergency Windows 10 KB5072653 out-of-band update to resolve ongoing issues with installing the November extended security updates. Windows 10 reached the end of support on October 14, 2025, and Microsoft no longer introduces new features or releases free security updates. For individuals and business customers who wish to continue using Windows 10, […]
Microsoft releases KB5068781 — The first Windows 10 extended security update
Microsoft has released the KB5068781 update, the first Windows 10 extended security update since the operating system reached end of support last month. On October 14, Microsoft released the final Windows 10 cumulative update, after which the operating system no longer receives bug fixes or free security updates. Both consumers and business customers can enroll in […]
Microsoft: Emergency Windows 10 update fixes ESU enrollment bug
Microsoft has released an emergency out-of-band update to address a known issue preventing Windows 10 users from enrolling in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. “This update addresses an issue in the Windows 10 Consumer Extended Security Update (ESU) enrollment process, where the enrollment wizard may fail during enrollment,” Microsoft explained. “This update is marked as […]
Still on Windows 10? Enroll in free ESU before next week’s Patch Tuesday
With the first Patch Tuesday following Windows 10’s end of support approaching next week, users who continue to run the operating system should enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to remain protected against newly discovered security vulnerabilities. On October 14, 2025, Windows 10 reached the end of support, meaning that Microsoft will no […]
Microsoft will offer free Windows 10 security updates in Europe
Microsoft will offer free extended security updates for Windows 10 users in the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and all 27 European Union member states. This announcement follows Microsoft’s statement in June that customers will be able to enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program at no additional cost, using their Microsoft […]