Microsoft’s first Windows 11 security update of 2026 broke shutdowns and some Remote Desktop sign-ins. Microsoft has released emergency out-of-band fixes via Windows Update, including KB5077744 and KB5077797.

Microsoft's January 2026 security update has broken Windows 11 apps like Notepad and Snipping Tool, introducing dual bugs affecting app launches and cloud storage

Last week's security patch is the latest buggy update that impaired some PCs. Take these steps before and after an update to avoid headaches.

Microsoft has really stepped in it with the first Windows 11 update of 2026. Reports from annoyed Windows users are cropping up regarding various errors caused by the KB5074109 update.

The Xbox app is now officially available on ARM-based Windows 11 PCs with improved game support. Further, a game-save-sync indicator and broad cloud support have also been added with Microsoft’s026 Xbox update.

Windows 11 users report system freezes, app crashes, and driver issues after installing Microsoft update KB5074109.

Microsoft has released multiple emergency, out-of-band updates for Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server to fix two issues caused by the January Patch Tuesday updates.