Windows users should be cautious before installing the latest updates in January 2025 due to the emergence of several serious bugs. Reports primarily concern USB DAC drivers, but other devices such as headphones and webcams are also affected. Although these bugs are not limited to Windows 11 24H2, they could fuel further controversy surrounding Microsoft‘s latest operating system version.
Windows users encounter serious errors after new update
Recent mandatory patches for Windows 10 and Windows 11 have caused a series of issues with USB connectivity, Bluetooth devices, and many other features. Users experiencing errors may consider rolling back to a previous version. If you haven’t updated yet, you should postpone the installation to avoid affecting your system.
Microsoft released the following updates earlier this month:
- KB5049981 for Windows 10
- KB5050009 for Windows 11 24H2
- KB5050021 for previous Windows 11 versions
Although these are routine security updates, Windows Latest reports that KB5050021 includes minor changes to date and time settings.
Microsoft confirms bugs, but many other issues remain unresolved
The Microsoft support team has acknowledged several issues caused by these updates, including bugs affecting Open Secure Shell and Citrix. However, users continue to report additional errors, such as:
- USB DAC driver errors
- Wi-Fi connectivity issues
- Webcams and Bluetooth headphones not working after installing KB5050009
- Software bugs affecting Snipping Tool, Alt+Tab, and Task Manager
How to fix errors after a Windows update
Users can send feedback to Microsoft via the Feedback Hub. If you wish to roll back to a previous version, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings > System > Recovery > Go Back (if this option is available).
- To postpone updates, go to Settings > Windows Update and select your desired deferral period.
Windows 11 24H2 has faced numerous issues since launch
Since Microsoft released Windows 11 24H2 late last year, users have continuously complained about serious bugs, including:
- Reduced gaming performance
- Impact on SSDs, especially DRAM-less Western Digital NVMe series
- Issues with eSCL devices such as printers, scanners, and modems
For Western Digital NVMe SSD users, please update your firmware before upgrading to Windows 11 24H2 to avoid Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors.
What’s new in Windows 11 24H2?
Despite causing many issues, Windows 11 24H2 still brings several notable features, including:
- Copilot+ AI tools (auto-captions, image resolution enhancement, image generation tools)
- Wi-Fi 7 support
- Sudo for Windows
- Remote Desktop improvements
Despite many improvements, the series of bugs appearing after the update means Windows users should think carefully before upgrading. If you haven’t updated yet, you should wait for Microsoft to fix these issues before installing to avoid impacting your user experience.
