diff --git a/windows/release-information/resolved-issues-windows-10-1903.yml b/windows/release-information/resolved-issues-windows-10-1903.yml index 5178fde6ad..9f94df5b29 100644 --- a/windows/release-information/resolved-issues-windows-10-1903.yml +++ b/windows/release-information/resolved-issues-windows-10-1903.yml @@ -32,6 +32,7 @@ sections: - type: markdown text: " + @@ -68,6 +69,7 @@ sections: - type: markdown text: "
SummaryOriginating updateStatusDate resolved
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
KB4517211		September 26, 2019
10:00 AM PT
IME may become unresponsive or have High CPU usage
Some Input Method Editor (IME) including ChsIME.EXE and ChtIME.EXE, may become unresponsive or may have high CPU usage.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
September 19, 2019
04:08 PM PT
Some users report issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search
Microsoft has received reports that a small number of users are having issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
September 19, 2019
04:58 PM PT
Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint
Users have reported an orange tint on Screenshots and Snips with the Lenovo Vantage app installed

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4516115		Resolved External
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT
+ diff --git a/windows/release-information/status-windows-10-1903.yml b/windows/release-information/status-windows-10-1903.yml index a6705b085d..6d6d7771bc 100644 --- a/windows/release-information/status-windows-10-1903.yml +++ b/windows/release-information/status-windows-10-1903.yml @@ -65,10 +65,10 @@ sections: - type: markdown text: "
This table offers a summary of current active issues and those issues that have been resolved in the last 30 days.

DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected. At the request of some of our audio partners, we implemented a compatibility change that enabled certain games to query support and render multi-channel audio. Due to customer feedback, we are reverting this change as some games and some devices are not rendering multi-channel audio as expected. This may result in games sounding different than customers are used to and may have missing channels.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved in KB4517211.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
KB4517211		Resolved:
September 26, 2019
10:00 AM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
IME may become unresponsive or have High CPU usage
Some Input Method Editor (IME) may become unresponsive or may have high CPU usage. Affected IMEs include Chinese Simplified (ChsIME.EXE) and Chinese Traditional (ChtIME.EXE) with Changjie/Quick keyboard.


Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10, version 1803; Windows 10, version 1709; Windows 10, version 1703; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2016; Windows 10, version 1607
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1903; Windows Server, version 1809; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server, version 1803; Windows Server, version 1709 ; Windows Server 2016

Resolution: Due to security related changes in KB4515384, this issue may occur when Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service is not configured to its default startup type of Manual. To resolve the issue, perform the following steps:
  1. Select the Start button and type Services.
  2. Locate Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service and double click on it or long press and select Properties.
  3. Locate Startup type: and change it to Manual
  4. Select Ok
  5. The TabletInputService service is now in the default configuration and IME should work as expected.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
Resolved:
September 19, 2019
04:08 PM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Some users report issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search
Microsoft has received reports that a small number of users are having issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: At this time, Microsoft has not found a Search or Start issue significantly impacting users originating from KB4515384. We will continue monitoring to ensure users have a high-quality experience when interacting with these areas. If you are currently having issues, we recommend you to take a moment to report it in via the Feedback Hub (Windows + F) then try the Windows 10 Troubleshoot settings (found in Settings). If you are having an issue with search, see Fix problems in Windows Search.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
Resolved:
September 19, 2019
04:58 PM PT

Opened:
September 11, 2019
05:18 PM PT
Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint
When creating screenshots or using similar tools (such as Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch), the resulting images may have an unnatural orange tint. This issue is caused by the Eye Care mode feature of Lenovo Vantage. This issue started on or around September 5, 2019. 

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
  • Server: None
Resolution: For guidance on this issue, see the Lenovo support article Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint. There is no update for Windows needed for this issue.

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September 10, 2019
KB4516115		Resolved External
Last updated:
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT

Opened:
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT
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SummaryOriginating updateStatusLast updated
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
KB4517211		September 26, 2019
10:00 AM PT
IME may become unresponsive or have High CPU usage
Some Input Method Editor (IME) including ChsIME.EXE and ChtIME.EXE, may become unresponsive or may have high CPU usage.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
September 19, 2019
04:08 PM PT
Some users report issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search
Microsoft has received reports that a small number of users are having issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
September 19, 2019
04:58 PM PT
Safeguard on certain devices with some Intel and Broadcom Wi-Fi adapters
Microsoft and NEC have found incompatibility issues with some devices with Intel Centrino 6205/6235 and Broadcom 802.11ac Wi-Fi cards when running Windows 10, version 1903.

See details >		N/A

Mitigated
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected.

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Mitigated
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint
Users have reported an orange tint on Screenshots and Snips with the Lenovo Vantage app installed

See details >		OS Build 18362.356

September 10, 2019
KB4516115		Resolved External
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT
Windows Desktop Search may not return any results and may have high CPU usage
Windows Desktop Search may not return any results and SearchUI.exe may have high CPU usage after installing KB4512941.

See details >		OS Build 18362.329

August 30, 2019
KB4512941		Resolved
KB4515384		September 10, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Domain connected devices that use MIT Kerberos realms will not start up
Devices connected to a domain that is configured to use MIT Kerberos realms will not start up or may continue to restart after updating.

See details >		OS Build 18362.145

May 29, 2019
KB4497935		Resolved
KB4512941		August 30, 2019
10:00 AM PT
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DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected. At the request of some of our audio partners, we implemented a compatibility change that enabled certain games to query support and render multi-channel audio. Due to customer feedback, we are reverting this change as some games and some devices are not rendering multi-channel audio as expected. This may result in games sounding different than customers are used to and may have missing channels.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved in KB4517211.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
KB4517211		Resolved:
September 26, 2019
10:00 AM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
IME may become unresponsive or have High CPU usage
Some Input Method Editor (IME) may become unresponsive or may have high CPU usage. Affected IMEs include Chinese Simplified (ChsIME.EXE) and Chinese Traditional (ChtIME.EXE) with Changjie/Quick keyboard.


Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903; Windows 10, version 1809; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019; Windows 10, version 1803; Windows 10, version 1709; Windows 10, version 1703; Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2016; Windows 10, version 1607
  • Server: Windows Server, version 1903; Windows Server, version 1809; Windows Server 2019; Windows Server, version 1803; Windows Server, version 1709 ; Windows Server 2016

Resolution: Due to security related changes in KB4515384, this issue may occur when Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service is not configured to its default startup type of Manual. To resolve the issue, perform the following steps:
  1. Select the Start button and type Services.
  2. Locate Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service and double click on it or long press and select Properties.
  3. Locate Startup type: and change it to Manual
  4. Select Ok
  5. The TabletInputService service is now in the default configuration and IME should work as expected.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
Resolved:
September 19, 2019
04:08 PM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Some users report issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search
Microsoft has received reports that a small number of users are having issues related to the Start menu and Windows Desktop Search.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: At this time, Microsoft has not found a Search or Start issue significantly impacting users originating from KB4515384. We will continue monitoring to ensure users have a high-quality experience when interacting with these areas. If you are currently having issues, we recommend you to take a moment to report it in via the Feedback Hub (Windows + F) then try the Windows 10 Troubleshoot settings (found in Settings). If you are having an issue with search, see Fix problems in Windows Search.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Resolved
Resolved:
September 19, 2019
04:58 PM PT

Opened:
September 11, 2019
05:18 PM PT
Safeguard on certain devices with some Intel and Broadcom Wi-Fi adapters
Microsoft and NEC have found incompatibility issues with Intel Centrino 6205/6235 and Broadcom 802.11ac Wi-Fi cards when running Windows 10, version 1903 on specific models of NEC devices. If these devices are updated to Windows 10, version 1903, they will no longer be able to use any Wi-Fi connections. The Wi-Fi driver may have a yellow exclamation point in device manager. The task tray icon for networking may show the icon for no internet and Network & Internet settings may not show any Wi-Fi networks.

To safeguard your update experience, we have applied a compatibility hold on the affected devices from being offered Windows 10, version 1903.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Workaround: If you are using an affected device and you have already installed Windows 10, version 1903, you can mitigate the issue disabling then re-enabling the Wi-Fi adapter in Device Manager. You should now be able to use Wi-Fi until your next reboot.

Next steps: Microsoft and NEC are working on a resolution and will provide an update in an upcoming release.

Note We recommend that you do not attempt to manually update using the Update now button or the Media Creation Tool until this issue has been resolved.

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Mitigated
Last updated:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Audio in games is quiet or different than expected
Microsoft has received reports that audio in certain games is quieter or different than expected. At the request of some of our audio partners, we implemented a compatibility change that enabled certain games to query support and render multi-channel audio. Due to customer feedback, we are reverting this change as some games and some devices are not rendering multi-channel audio as expected. This may result in games sounding different than customers are used to and may have missing channels.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Workaround: To mitigate the issue, open settings in the impacted game and disable multi-channel audio, if this option is available. You can also search in the Windows Control Panel for 3rd party audio device control panels and disable Multi-channel audio or Virtual Surround Sound, if these options are available.  

Next steps: We are working on a resolution and estimates a solution will be available in late September.

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September 10, 2019
KB4515384		Mitigated
Last updated:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT

Opened:
September 13, 2019
05:25 PM PT
Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint
When creating screenshots or using similar tools (such as Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch), the resulting images may have an unnatural orange tint. This issue is caused by the Eye Care mode feature of Lenovo Vantage. This issue started on or around September 5, 2019. 

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
  • Server: None
Resolution: For guidance on this issue, see the Lenovo support article Screenshots and Snips have an unnatural orange tint. There is no update for Windows needed for this issue.

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September 10, 2019
KB4516115		Resolved External
Last updated:
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT

Opened:
September 11, 2019
08:54 PM PT
Windows Desktop Search may not return any results and may have high CPU usage
Microsoft is getting reports that a small number of users may not receive results when using Windows Desktop Search and may see high CPU usage from SearchUI.exe when searching after installing KB4512941. This issue is only encountered on devices in which searching the web from Windows Desktop Search has been disabled.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 10, version 1903
Resolution: This issue was resolved in KB4515384.

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August 30, 2019
KB4512941		Resolved
KB4515384		Resolved:
September 10, 2019
10:00 AM PT

Opened:
September 04, 2019
02:25 PM PT
diff --git a/windows/release-information/status-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-sp1.yml b/windows/release-information/status-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-sp1.yml index a3fe4bad82..88e7011cee 100644 --- a/windows/release-information/status-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-sp1.yml +++ b/windows/release-information/status-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-sp1.yml @@ -61,7 +61,6 @@ sections: text: "
This table offers a summary of current active issues and those issues that have been resolved in the last 30 days.

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SummaryOriginating updateStatusLast updated
You may receive an error when opening or using the Toshiba Qosmio AV Center
Toshiba Qosmio AV Center may error when opening and you may also receive an error in Event Log related to cryptnet.dll.

See details >		August 13, 2019
KB4512506		Resolved
KB4516048		September 24, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Windows updates that are SHA-2 signed may not be offered for Symantec and Norton AV
Windows updates that are SHA-2 signed are not available with Symantec or Norton antivirus program installed

See details >		August 13, 2019
KB4512506		Resolved External
August 27, 2019
02:29 PM PT
IA64 and x64 devices may fail to start after installing updates
After installing updates released on or after August 13, 2019, IA64 and x64 devices using EFI Boot may fail to start.

See details >		August 13, 2019
KB4512506		Mitigated
August 17, 2019
12:59 PM PT
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DetailsOriginating updateStatusHistory
Windows updates that are SHA-2 signed may not be offered for Symantec and Norton AV
Symantec identified the potential for a negative interaction that may occur after Windows Updates code signed with SHA-2 only certificates are installed on devices with Symantec or Norton antivirus programs installed. The software may not correctly identify files included in the update as code signed by Microsoft, putting the device at risk for a delayed or incomplete update.

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 7 SP1
  • Server: Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1
Resolution: The safeguard hold has been removed. Symantec has completed its evaluation of the impact of this update and future updates to Windows 7/Windows 2008 R2 and has determined that there is no increased risk of a false positive detection for all in-field versions of Symantec Endpoint Protection and Norton antivirus programs. See the Symantec support article for additional detail and please reach out to Symantec or Norton support if you encounter any issues.

Back to top		August 13, 2019
KB4512506		Resolved External
Last updated:
August 27, 2019
02:29 PM PT

Opened:
August 13, 2019
10:05 AM PT
IA64 and x64 devices may fail to start after installing updates
IA64 devices (in any configuration) and x64 devices using EFI boot that were provisioned after the July 9th updates and/or skipped the recommended update (KB3133977), may fail to start with the following error:
\"File: \\Windows\\system32\\winload.efi
Status: 0xc0000428
Info: Windows cannot verify the digital signature for this file.\"

Affected platforms:
  • Client: Windows 7 SP1
  • Server: Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1
Take Action: To resolve this issue please follow the steps outlined in the SHA-2 support FAQ article for error code 0xc0000428.

Back to top		August 13, 2019
KB4512506		Mitigated
Last updated:
August 17, 2019
12:59 PM PT

Opened:
August 13, 2019
08:34 AM PT
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September 2019 Windows 10, version 1903 \"D\" optional release is available
The September 2019 optional monthly “D” release for Windows 10, version 1903 is now available. For more information on the different types of monthly quality updates, see our Windows 10 update servicing cadence primer. Follow @WindowsUpdate for the latest on the availability of this release.
September 26, 2019
08:00 AM PT
Advisory: Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability (CVE-2019-1367)
On September 23, 2019, Microsoft released a security update to address a remote code execution vulnerability in the way the scripting engine handles objects in memory in Internet Explorer. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could gain the same user permissions as the current user. For example, if a user is logged on with administrative rights, an attacker could take control of an affected system and install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights. Alternatively, an attacker could host a specially crafted website targeting Internet Explorer and then entice a user to open web page or a malicious document attached to an e-mail. For more information about the vulnerability, see the Microsoft Security Guide CVE-2019-1367 | Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability. 
 
Mitigation and more information for this vulnerability is available from the Microsoft Security Update Guide at CVE-2019-1367 | Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability. For the best protection, we recommend you apply the latest Windows updates and follow security best practices and do not open attachments or documents from an untrusted source. 

Update: Starting September 24, 2019, mitigation for this vulnerability is included as part of the 9C optional update, via Windows Update (WU) and Microsoft Update Catalog, for all supported versions of Windows 10, with the exception of Windows 10, version 1903 and Windows 10, version 1507 (LTSB). For devices running Windows 10, version 1903, mitigation for this vulnerability will be included as part of the 9D optional update via WU, WSUS and the Microsoft Update Catalog (targeted for September 26, 2019.) To apply this update, go to Settings > Windows Update > Check for Updates. (Note Because this update requires a reboot, we are making it optional to give customers and administrators a choice to install/deploy the update now.) 

For customers running Windows 8.1/ Windows Server 2012 R2 or below, the 9C update is also available on Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). For other supported versions of Windows, IT admins using WSUS can import this update into WSUS/SCCM manually from Microsoft Update Catalog. See instructions on the WSUS and the Catalog Site.
September 24, 2019
05:00 PM PT
Status update: September 2019 Windows \"C\" optional release available
The September 2019 optional monthly “C” release for all supported versions of Windows is now available. For more information on the different types of monthly quality updates, see our Windows 10 update servicing cadence primer. Follow @WindowsUpdate for the latest on the availability of this release.
September 24, 2019
08:10 AM PT
Plan for change: Windows Media Center Electronic Program Guide retiring in January 2020
Starting in January 2020, Microsoft is retiring its Electronic Program Guide (EPG) service for all versions of Windows Media Center. To continue receiving TV Program Guide information on your Windows Media Center, you’ll need to configure an alternate TV listing provider.
September 24, 2019
08:00 AM PT
May 10, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Take action: Install servicing stack update for Windows Server 2008 SP2 for SHA-2 code sign support
A standalone update, KB4493730, that introduce SHA-2 code sign support for the servicing stack (SSU) was released today as a security update.		April 19, 2019
10:00 AM PT
The benefits of Windows 10 Dynamic Update
Dynamic Update can help organizations and end users alike ensure that their Windows 10 devices have the latest feature update content (as part of an in-place upgrade)—and preserve precious features on demand (FODs) and language packs (LPs) that may have been previously installed.

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April 17, 2019
11:26 AM PT
Improvements to the Windows 10 update experience are coming
Find out about the changes coming to the Windows update process that will improve the experience, offer users more control, and improve the quality of Windows updates.		April 04, 2019
09:00 AM PT
Take action: review your Windows Update for Business deferral values
If devices under your management are still running Windows 10 Pro or Windows 10 Pro for Workstations, version 1709, your devices will reach end of service on April 9, 2019 if you have configured both of the following Windows Update for Business policies:
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April 03, 2019
05:47 PM PT
Find a list of currently supported versions and previous releases
Every Windows product has a lifecycle. The lifecycle begins when a product is released and ends when it is no longer serviced or supported. Knowing key dates in this lifecycle helps you make informed decisions about when to update, upgrade, or make other changes to your software. Check out the updated Windows 10 release information page for a list of current versions by servicing option as well as end of service dates.		March 28, 2019
02:00 PM PT
Windows 10, version 1809 designated for broad deployment
Based on the data and the feedback we’ve received from consumers, OEMs, ISVs, partners, and commercial customers, Windows 10, version 1809 has transitioned to broad deployment. With this, the Windows 10 release information page will now reflect Semi-Annual Channel (SAC) for version 1809.		March 28, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Reminder: Additional servicing for the Windows 10 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise, version 1607 ends April 9, 2019
The additional servicing for Windows 10 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions ends on April 9, 2019 and doesn't extend beyond this date. To continue receiving security and quality updates, Microsoft recommends updating to the latest version of Windows 10.

Devices running Windows 10 Enterprise 2016 LTSB will continue to receive updates until October 2026 per the Fixed Lifecycle Policy. Windows 10, version 1607 devices running the Intel “Clovertrail” chipset will continue to receive updates until January 2023.
March 12, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Reminder: Windows 10 Home, Pro, Pro for Workstations, and IoT Core, version 1709 will reach end of service on April 9, 2019
Windows 10, version 1709, will reach end of service on April 9, 2019 for devices running Windows 10 Home, Pro, Pro for Workstations, and IoT Core editions. These devices will no longer receive monthly security and quality updates that contain protection from the latest security threats. To continue receiving security and quality updates, Microsoft recommends updating to the latest version of Windows 10.

Windows 10 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions will continue to receive servicing for 12 months at no cost per the lifecycle announcement on October 2018.
March 12, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Take action: Install standalone security updates to introduce SHA-2 code sign support for Windows 7 amd Windows Server 2008 R2
A standalone SHA-2 code signing support update for Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7 is now available, as is a servicing stack update for Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 that includes the SHA-2 code signing support update.		March 12, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Take action: Install standalone update for WSUS 3.0 SP2 to support the delivery of SHA-2 signed updates
A standalone update, KB4484071 is available on Windows Update Catalog for WSUS 3.0 SP2 that supports delivering SHA-2 signed updates. For those customers using WSUS 3.0 SP2, this update should be manually installed no later than June 18, 2019.		March 12, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Reminder: Final Delta update for Windows 10, version 1607, 1703, 1709, and 1803 will be April 9, 2019
March 12th and April 9th will be the last two Delta updates for Windows 10, version 1607, 1703, 1709, and 1803. Security and quality updates will continue to be available via the express and full cumulative update packages.		March 12, 2019
10:00 AM PT
How do we measure and improve the quality of Windows?
Measuring the quality of Windows is a complex undertaking that requires gathering a variety of diagnostic signals from millions of devices within the Windows ecosystem. In addition to rigorous internal testing, we rely heavily on the feedback provided through diagnostic data to detect and fix problems before we release new updates of Windows to the general population, and to monitor the impact of those updates after each release.

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March 06, 2019
10:23 AM PT
Getting to know the Windows update history pages
Windows update history pages offer detailed information about each Windows update: the type of update, which operating systems it affects, the improvements and fixes included, and how to get the update. See how simple it is to use this important resource to access information for Windows 10, Windows Server 2019, and earlier versions of the Windows and Windows Server operating systems.
February 21, 2019
06:37 PM PT
Share your feedback: Windows update history
We read every comment you leave on our update history pages, and are always looking to improve these pages and the monthly knowledge base (KB) articles that accompany each monthly update. Take our survey and let us know how we can improve our transparency further and make these more compelling and useful to you and your organization.		February 21, 2019
12:00 PM PT
Plan for change: Windows Update for Business and the retirement of SAC-T
Beginning with Windows 10, version 1903 (the next feature update for Windows 10), the Windows 10 release information page will no longer list SAC-T information for version 1903 and future feature updates. Instead, you will find a single entry for each new SAC release. In addition, if you are using Windows Update for Business, you will see new UI and behavior to reflect that there is only one release date for each SAC release. If you use System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), or other management tools, there will now only be one feature update published to WSUS, and this will occur at the time of release. Learn how this change will affect Windows Business for Update customers.		February 14, 2019
12:00 PM PT
Champs corner: Classifying Windows updates in common deployment tools
If you utilize automated update deployment tools, such as Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) or System Center Configuration Manager, you likely use automatic rules to streamline the approval and deployment of Windows updates. Using the correct update classification is, therefore, an important component of your organization’s device update process. Explore the options available and how to approach it in a WSUS or Configuration Manager environment.		February 05, 2019
10:34 AM PT
Update: Delta updates for Windows 10, version 1607, 1703, 1709, and 1803 will be available until April 9, 2019
Based on customer feedback, we are extending Delta update publication for Windows 10 versions 1607, 1703, 1709, and 1803. We will continue to provide Delta updates via the Microsoft Update Catalog through April 9th, 2019, which will be the last delta update available.		February 05, 2019
09:00 AM PT
Global DNS outage affecting Windows Update customers
Windows Update customers were affected by a network infrastructure event on January 29, 2019 (21:00 UTC), caused by an external DNS service provider’s global outage. A software update to the external provider’s DNS servers resulted in the distribution of corrupted DNS records that affected connectivity to the Windows Update service. The DNS records were restored by January 30, 2019 (00:10 UTC), and the majority of local Internet Service Providers (ISP) have refreshed their DNS servers and customer services have been restored.

- -While this was not an issue with Microsoft’s services, we take any service disruption for our customers seriously. We will work with partners to better understand this so we can provide higher quality service in the future even across diverse global network providers.

- -If you are still unable to connect to Windows Update services due to this problem, please contact your local ISP or network administrator. You can also refer to our new KB4493784 for more information to determine if your network is affected, and to provide your local ISP or network administrator with additional information to assist you.
January 29, 2019
04:15 PM PT
Application compatibility in the Windows ecosystem
Our application ecosystem is incredibly diverse, encompassing tens of millions of applications (apps) with numerous versions, languages, architectures, services and configuration options. While our ecosystem is complex, our vision is simple. All apps on Windows devices should just work! Explore the various programs and technologies we use to improve application compatibility.		January 15, 2019
10:00 AM PT
Modern desktop servicing: the year in review
2018 was a pivotal year for the modern desktop and the servicing transformation journey we have been taking with you and your organization. In this post, John Wilcox takes a look back and recaps the progress that has been made, highlighting significant events, and provideing nsight into what 2019 has in store.		December 19, 2018
02:20 PM PT
Driver quality in the Windows ecosystem
Ensuring Windows 10 works great with all the devices and accessories our customers use is a top priority. We work closely with this broad mix of partners to test new drivers, monitor health characteristics over time, and make Windows and our ecosystem more resilient architecturally. Our goal is to ensure that all the updates and drivers we deliver to non-Insider populations are validated and at production quality (including monthly optional releases) before pushing drivers broadly to all. Explore the driver distribution chain and learn how we measure driver quality and prevent conflicts.		December 19, 2018
10:04 AM PT
Introducing the Modern Desktop podcast series
In this new podcast series, we'll explore the good, the bad, and, yes, the ugly of servicing and delivery for Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus. We'll talk about modern desktop management through Enterprise Mobility, security, and cloud-attached and co-managed environments. Listen to the first episode, in which we discuss monthly quality updates fpr Windows 10, the Microsoft 365 Stay Current pilot program, and interview a real customer to see how they ingest monthly updates in their organization.		December 18, 2018
01:00 PM PT
Measuring Delivery Optimization and its impact to your network
If you've familiarized yourself with the configuration options for Delivery Optimization in Windows 10, and have started to configure the settings you feel will be the best fit for your organization’s network topology, now is the time to see how well those settings are working. This article provides tips on how evaluate performance at the device level or organization level.		December 13, 2018
03:48 PM PT
Windows monthly security and quality updates overview
Today’s global cybersecurity threats are both dynamic and sophisticated, and new vulnerabilities are discovered almost every day. We focus on protecting customers from these security threats by providing security updates on a timely basis and with high quality. Find out how we deliver these critical updates on a massive scale as a key component of our ongoing Windows as a service effort.		December 10, 2018
10:00 AM PT
LTSC: What is it, and when should it be used?
With the Semi-Annual Channel, devices receive two feature updates per year, and benefit from the best performance, user experience, security, and stability. This servicing option continues to be our recommendation for managing Windows 10 updates; however, we acknowledge that certain devices and use cases (e.g. medical systems and industrial process controllers) dictate that functionality and features don’t change over time. Find out how we designed the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) with these types of use cases in mind, and what is offered through the LTSC.		November 29, 2018
07:02 PM PT
Plan for change: Local Experience Packs: What are they and when should you use them?
When we released Windows 10, version 1803, we introduced Local Experience Packs (LXPs), which are modern language packs delivered through the Microsoft Store or Microsoft Store for Business. Learn about the biggest advantage to LXPs, and the retirement of legacy language packs (lp.cab) for all Language Interface Packs (LIP).		November 14, 2018
11:10 AM PT
Windows 10 Quality approach for a complex ecosystem
While our measurements of quality show improving trends on aggregate for each successive Windows 10 release, if a single customer experiences an issue with any of our updates, we take it seriously. In this blog post, Windows CVP Mike Fortin shares an overview of how we work to continuously improve the quality of Windows and our Windows as a service approach. This blog will be the first in a series of more in-depth explanations of the work we do to deliver quality in our Windows releases.		November 13, 2018
10:00 AM PT
Windows 10, version 1809 rollout resumes; now available on VLSC
Today we are resuming the rollout of the latest Windows 10 feature update—Windows 10, version 1809—via the Software Download Center (via Update Assistant or the Media Creation Tool), Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), and Windows Update for Business. Windows 10, version 1809 is also now available on the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC).		November 13, 2018
10:00 AM PT
Express updates for Windows Server 2016 re-enabled for November 2018 update
Starting with the November 13, 2018 Update Tuesday release, Windows will again publish Express updates for Windows Server 2016. That means that system administrators for WSUS and System Center Configuration Manager will once again see two packages for the Windows Server 2016 update: a Full update and an Express update. Read this article for more details.		November 12, 2018
03:00 PM PT
Plan for change: 2019 SHA-2 code signing support requirement for Windows and WSUS
To protect your security, Windows operating system updates are dual-signed using both the SHA-1 and SHA-2 hash algorithms to authenticate that updates come directly from Microsoft and were not tampered with during delivery. Due to weaknesses in the SHA-1 algorithm and to align to industry standards Microsoft will only sign Windows updates using the more secure SHA-2 algorithm exclusively.

Customers running legacy OS versions (Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 SP2) will be required to have SHA-2 code signing support installed on their devices by July 2019. Any devices without SHA-2 support will not be offered Windows updates after July 2019. To help prepare you for this change, we will release support for SHA-2 signing in 2019. Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 3.0 SP2 will receive SHA-2 support to properly deliver SHA-2 signed updates. Please make note of the dates in the migration timeline and plan accordingly.
November 09, 2018
10:00 AM PT
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