Microsoft has recently identified a critical bug affecting Windows 11, version 24H2, when using installation media such as CD or USB drives. The issue arises when the installation media includes security updates from October 8 to November 12, 2024, causing the operating system to become unresponsive to future security updates. This bug specifically impacts systems that are installed using media-based methods rather than updates through Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. The company has urged users to avoid this issue by using the December 2024 security update for installations, as this will prevent any further complications with system updates.
The problem occurs when users attempt to install Windows 11, version 24H2, using the security updates from the affected period. The operating system ends up in a state where it no longer accepts subsequent security patches, leading to potential vulnerabilities in the system. This flaw is not present when updates are applied through official channels like Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog, and it does not affect systems that receive the latest December 2024 security update.
Microsoft is aware of the issue and is actively working on a permanent fix. Until then, the company recommends that users ensure they install the December 2024 security update as part of their installation process to avoid encountering further security update problems. This guidance will help ensure that devices do not experience any disruptions in receiving critical updates that protect them from various threats.
This issue adds to a growing list of problems that have been associated with the Windows 11, version 24H2 update, which was released earlier in 2024. Other issues have included audio glitches on Dirac devices, problems with USB DAC sound systems, Outlook issues with Google Workspace Sync, and performance problems with games like Assassin’s Creed and Star Wars Outlaws. Additionally, some hardware configurations, including specific ASUS devices, faced compatibility issues. Despite these setbacks, Microsoft continues to address these bugs through updates and improvements.
