NewsPublished 25 Sep 2026

Microsoft: Recent Windows updates cause desktop loading issues

Source Bleeping Computer

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Description

Microsoft has confirmed that some users may experience desktop loading issues, including black screens, after installing the August 2026 preview updates and subsequent updates. [...]

Impact

Affected users may be unable to access their desktop environment immediately after sign-in due to black screens and Windows Explorer crashes, disrupting normal workflow. The issue mainly impacts Azure Virtual Desktop hosts using FSLogix, potentially affecting virtual desktop environments in enterprise settings. No active exploits or security breaches have been reported in relation to this issue.

Defensive guidance

Microsoft recommends temporarily launching Windows Explorer manually via Task Manager as a workaround. Enterprise administrators can deploy Known Issue Rollback group policies (KB5124006 for Windows 11 26H1 and KB5124010 for Windows 11 24H2/25H2) to disable the problematic update changes. A device restart is required after applying these policies. Users and administrators should monitor for future Windows updates that will provide a permanent fix.

References

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