Windows 11 KB5083769 causing a death loop on 24H2 and 25H2 systems

The update in question, KB5083769, is reportedly triggering serious boot issues on systems running Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2.

April’s Windows 11 update is trapping some PCs in a boot loop

Some HP and Dell PCs are stuck in boot loops after installing KB5083769. Microsoft's AI support suggests a few solutions.
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Don't panic if Windows 11's April update reboots loads of times - it should install fine in the end by all accounts

It's not uncommon for the latest Windows 11 update to reboot a whole bunch of times before finally installing - but there are ...

Windows 11’s April patch is triggering BitLocker issues, here’s how to fix it

Some Windows 11 PCs hit BitLocker recovery after the April 2026 update. Here's what's causing it and how to fix this problem.
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KB5083769 Bug Leaves Some Windows 11 PCs Stuck in Endless Recovery Loop

Windows 11 KB5083769 causes boot loops and recovery errors for some users. Systems fail to start, with no official fix yet.
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Part of MBTA Blue Line closed for 'necessary track repair'

THIS AND BRING YOU MORE AS IT COMES INTO THE NEWSROOM. ALSO, BREAKING SKY FIVE OVER ORIENT HEIGHTS ON THE BLUE LINE SHUTTLE BUSSES NOW REPLACING SERVICE FROM THAT STATION DOWN TO WONDERLAND AS CREWS ...