Microsoft has been releasing the Windows 11 24H2 update, but it’s causing numerous issues for users. Some problems are so serious that Microsoft is blocking the update for affected systems. To address these issues, Microsoft released the optional KB5044384 patch on October 24. However, this patch is causing additional problems as it crashes and cannot be installed.
When trying to install the update, users may encounter different errors such as error codes 0x800f0922, 0x800736b3, 0xc015001a, 0x800f0991, and 0x80242008. The update process may fail around 90 or 95 percent completion, or users may experience errors when restarting after the update. Even after multiple attempts, the installation of KB5044384 continues to fail.
Previously, specific hardware like Asus PCs and Western Digital SSDs were known to cause blue screens and crashes, but the current update issues do not seem to be hardware-specific. Additionally, if you successfully install KB5044384, you may encounter a problem with Task Manager as it may no longer display running processes in Windows 11.
Microsoft is aware of these issues and is working on a solution. If you need to install update KB5044384, you can download it manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog since it’s not available through Windows Update. However, if you are not experiencing any problems with Windows 11 24H2, you can skip this update and wait for the upcoming Patch Tuesday in early November, where most of these issues should be resolved.
It’s important to stay updated on the latest developments regarding Windows 11 updates to ensure your system functions properly and remains secure. Be sure to follow reliable sources for information on troubleshooting and resolving any issues you may encounter with Windows updates.
