Trending Now - Microsoft Reverses Windows 11 Update Due to Installation Problems
WHO:
The Register - Microsoft is the organization involved in the update issue.
BleepingComputer - Microsoft is the organization involved in the update issue.
WHAT:
The Register - Microsoft has halted the rollout of the Windows 11 preview update KB5079391 due to installation errors.
The Register - The update KB5079391 was released as a preview and is not mandatory.
BleepingComputer - The update KB5079391 triggered installation error code 0x80073712 on some devices.
BleepingComputer - The update included 29 changes, including improvements to Smart App Control and Display.
BleepingComputer - The update also improved Windows Hello Fingerprint reliability and Windows Recovery Environment stability.
WHERE:
The Register - The issue affects Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 systems.
WHEN:
The Register - The update KB5079391 was released on March 2026.
BleepingComputer - The rollout of the update was paused on March 31st, 2026.
BleepingComputer - The next Patch Tuesday is scheduled for April 14th, 2026.
WHY:
The Register - Microsoft halted the update to prevent additional impact while the issue is investigated.
BleepingComputer - The installation error 0x80073712 is a known issue that prompted the rollback of the update.
HOW:
The Register - Microsoft stated that "Some update files are missing or have problems. We'll try to download the update again later."
BleepingComputer - Microsoft has temporarily limited the availability of the update to investigate the installation errors.
(UPDATED March 31, 2026 09:20 UTC)
Microsoft has halted the rollout of the Windows 11 preview update KB5079391 due to installation errors affecting systems running versions 24H2 and 25H2. The update, which included 29 changes aimed at improving features like Smart App Control and Windows Hello Fingerprint reliability, triggered a known error code 0x80073712 on some devices, prompting the company to pause its distribution on Tuesday. Microsoft has stated that they are investigating the issue and will attempt to resolve it before the next Patch Tuesday scheduled for April 14th.