Microsoft’s latest optional Windows 11 update has been causing headaches for users, leading the company to pull the plug on the update entirely. Released last week, the update (KB5043145) has been linked to a variety of issues, including the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (or its green counterpart), multiple restarts, and the appearance of the BitLocker recovery screen. Some users even reported encountering Automatic Repair tools after repeated reboots. These problems are reminiscent of issues experienced earlier this year with Windows 11 and BitLocker, highlighting a troubling pattern of recurring bugs.
The update’s issues have been so widespread that Microsoft has implemented a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) as a workaround. The KIR essentially reverts to the previous code, effectively bypassing the problematic update and allowing users to avoid the issues. While Microsoft has confirmed that the issue will be resolved automatically for most users within 24 hours, restarting your device may expedite the process.
In response to the chaos, Microsoft has also paused the update and is working to address the underlying bugs. A spokesperson from Microsoft revealed that the update has been put on hold while developers fix the issues. This pause ensures that users won’t encounter these problems when they install the official update later on for Windows 23H2 PCs.
While this update is optional, the fact that Microsoft has pulled it altogether signifies the seriousness of the issues. The company’s swift response in addressing these bugs is reassuring, especially considering the potential disruption they cause. Users are advised to avoid installing KB5043145 for the time being, as it has been pulled from distribution. It remains to be seen when the update will be re-released, but Microsoft has assured users that the bugs will be fixed before its official release.
