Microsoft has decided to call off the Windows 11 KB5079391 update due to installation issues.
Microsoft had to pull back the KB5079391 optional Windows 11 preview update shortly after its release due to installation issues reported by users, leading to a temporary suspension of its distribution.
The issue did not involve computers or result in major system crashes. Instead, the update failed during the process, showing error 0x80073712, meaning that Windows continued to run normally without the patch being installed.
An optional update was impacted by an issue.
KB5079391 was not a required update but rather a preview update, typically released before Patch Tuesday for those interested in trying out new features early.
The actual effect is usually less significant compared to a standard update. Many users likely didn’t attempt to install the package, particularly those who rely solely on regular automatic updates in Windows. The issue mainly affected those who typically manually search for updates or opt to receive notifications as soon as they are released.
The optional package made significant improvements to the system’s quality of life, highlighting the urgency of addressing issues with Windows 11 updates that have been criticized for some time.
Microsoft eliminated the problem at its source by taking out KB5079391 from Windows Update. This prevents users from seeing the package in the update center and experiencing further installation frustrations.
The company regards the suspension as a temporary measure and has not specified when the update will be reinstated. There are two potential scenarios: Microsoft may rectify the package and release the update with a new build number, or the improvements may be included in the next official update scheduled for April Patch Tuesday.
What should be done at this moment?
If you have not installed KB5079391, there is no action required as the update has been removed and will not show up on Windows Update at the moment.
If you encountered an error during installation, the system should still work fine without any immediate action required. Just wait for Microsoft to resolve the issue or incorporate the changes in a future update.
What did the KB5079391 Windows 11 update include?
KB5079391 is a newly available optional update for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. It includes support for monitors with a 1000 Hz update rate, hinting at readiness for upcoming gamer screens, and addresses a significant issue in the Smart App Control feature, an essential security aspect in Windows.
The preview update is not automatically installed for everyone and must be manually downloaded from Windows Update unless the user has enabled immediate updates.
Microsoft has indicated that all of this will be included in the mandatory update scheduled for April, allowing users to wait if they prefer.
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