Microsoft Rushes Emergency Patch After Windows 11 Update Disrupts Core Functions
Microsoft is deploying an emergency patch after a mandatory Windows 11 security update reportedly broke localhost connections, disrupted peripherals, and rendered the recovery environment unusable. The company acknowledged the widespread issues following user reports of installation failures and system instability. Analysts suggest this highlights ongoing challenges in Microsoft’s update ecosystem.
Widespread System Disruption Following Security Update
Microsoft has confirmed it is rolling out an emergency patch for Windows 11 after a recent mandatory security update caused significant system disruptions for millions of users, according to reports from multiple technology publications. The problematic update, identified as KB5066835, has reportedly broken localhost connections, preventing locally hosted applications from connecting to networks, and has caused multiple installation failures along with peripheral device malfunctions.
