Known Issue
Microsoft: Recent Windows updates break RemoteApp connections
Microsoft has confirmed that recent Windows updates trigger RemoteApp connection failures on Windows 11 24H2/25H2 and Windows Server 2025 devices in Azure Virtual Desktop environments. RemoteApp enables users to stream individual Windows applications from the cloud without loading an entire virtual desktop, making them to run like local, native applications. This known issue occurs after […]
Microsoft asks admins to reach out for Windows IIS failures fix
Microsoft has asked businesses to reach out for advice on how to temporarily mitigate a known Message Queuing (MSMQ) issue causing enterprise apps and Internet Information Services (IIS) sites to fail. MSMQ is an optional Windows service commonly used in enterprise environments that helps apps communicate over a network. The known issue mainly affects enterprise users with Windows 10 22H2, Windows […]
Microsoft: December security updates cause Message Queuing failures
Microsoft has confirmed that the December 2025 security updates are breaking Message Queuing (MSMQ) functionality, affecting enterprise applications and Internet Information Services (IIS) websites. This known issue affects Windows 10 22H2, Windows Server 2019, and Windows Server 2016 systems that have installed the KB5071546, KB5071544, and KB5071543 security updates released during this month’s Patch Tuesday. On impacted systems, users […]
Microsoft fixes Windows Explorer white flashes in dark mode
Microsoft has fixed a known issue that caused bright white flashes when launching File Explorer in dark mode on Windows 11 systems after installing the KB5070311 optional update. The bug was also triggered when creating a new tab, selecting ‘More details’ while copying files, toggling the Details pane on or off, or navigating to or […]
Microsoft: KB5070311 triggers File Explorer white flash in dark mode
Microsoft has confirmed that the KB5070311 preview update is triggering bright white flashes when launching the File Explorer in dark mode on Windows 11 systems. “After installing KB5070311, you might experience issues when opening File Explorer in dark mode. The window might briefly display a blank white screen before loading files and folders,” Microsoft says in a […]
Microsoft says new Outlook can’t open some Excel attachments
Microsoft is working to resolve a known issue that prevents some users from opening Excel email attachments in the new Outlook client. According to a service alert (EX1189359) seen by GeekFeed, the bug has been impacting Exchange Online customers since at least November 23rd. Microsoft says it has already deployed a fix to address the […]
Microsoft: Windows updates make password login option invisible
Microsoft warned users that Windows 11 updates released since August may cause the password sign-in option to disappear from the lock screen options, even though the button remains functional. On Windows 11, the password icon appears only if multiple sign-in options (e.g., PIN, security key, password, fingerprint) are available. If you only use a password, […]
Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu
Microsoft has confirmed a critical Windows 11 24H2 bug that causes the File Explorer, the Start Menu, and other key system components to crash when provisioning systems with cumulative updates released since July 2025. This bug will be triggered on “first time user logon after a cumulative update was applied” and on all logins for those using non-persistent operating […]
Microsoft fixes bug causing false Windows 10 end-of-support alerts
Microsoft has resolved a bug causing incorrect Windows 10 end-of-support warnings on systems with active security coverage or still under active support after installing the October 2025 updates. The known issue was confirmed last week, following widespread user reports of messages warning in the Windows Update Settings page that “Your version of Windows has reached the end of support” since last […]
Microsoft fixes Windows Task Manager bug affecting performance
Microsoft has resolved a known issue preventing users from quitting the Windows 11 Task Manager after installing the optional Windows 11 KB5067036 update. The bug was acknowledged last week after widespread user reports that the Task Manager continued to run in the background even after the app was quit, causing performance issues such as stuttering and CPU hangs. Although having a […]