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Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update has hit a snag, leaving Windows Server administrators scratching their heads as they try to troubleshoot why the update is failing to install through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). The issue raises concerns about the reliability and stability of Microsoft's software updates.
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update is failing to install through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) with error code 0x80240069.The issue affects not only WSUS, but also manual installations of the August 12, 2025 Windows security update for Windows 11, version 24H2.The failure raises concerns about the reliability and stability of Microsoft's software updates.WSUS is deprecated, but continues to receive security and quality updates until it is fully removed from production deployments.Microsoft is working on a resolution for the issue in a future Windows update.
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update has hit a snag, leaving Windows Server administrators scratching their heads as they try to troubleshoot why the update is failing to install through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). The issue was first reported by Reddit users who experienced error code 0x80240069 when attempting to install the August 12, 2025 Windows security update for Windows 11, version 24H2 via WSUS.
According to Microsoft, "the August 12, 2025 Windows security update for Windows 11, version 24H2, might fail to install with error code 0x80240069 when installed via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)." The company has acknowledged that the issue is not limited to WSUS, and that users who attempt to install the patch manually may also encounter problems.
The failure of the Patch Tuesday update to install raises concerns about the reliability and stability of Microsoft's software updates. It also highlights the challenges faced by administrators who rely on WSUS to manage their Windows Server environments. The issue has sparked a lively debate among IT professionals, with some users expressing frustration at the lack of transparency from Microsoft.
WSUS allows servers with the WSUS role to defer, selectively approve, and schedule updates for specific devices or groups across an organization. It is also deprecated, but continues to be supported for production deployments, and receives security and quality updates. Earlier this year, Microsoft announced plans to pull driver synchronization using WSUS, but swiftly backtracked after "valuable feedback" from users.
The failure of the Patch Tuesday update to install is not the first issue faced by Windows 11 administrators. In recent months, there have been reports of other problems with the operating system, including a spurious event viewer message due to code under active development sneaking into production software.
Microsoft's response to the issue has been to assure users that the company is working to resolve the problem and includes a resolution in a future Windows update. However, this has left some administrators feeling frustrated and uncertain about when they can expect the fix to be available.
In contrast, Microsoft has been making significant investments in its AI capabilities, including the development of new technologies such as Pluton and PowerShell Core. The company has also been expanding its presence in the cloud computing market through its Azure platform, which offers a range of services for businesses looking to deploy applications and data in the cloud.
Despite these efforts, Microsoft's software updates continue to be a source of frustration for many administrators. The failure of the Patch Tuesday update to install is just one example of the challenges faced by IT professionals who rely on Microsoft products. As the technology landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether Microsoft will be able to deliver reliable and stable software updates in the future.
Related Information:
https://www.ethicalhackingnews.com/articles/Microsofts-Patch-Tuesday-Update-Failure-Leaves-Administrators-Baffled-ehn.shtml
https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2025/08/14/microsoft_patch_tuesday_update_fails/
https://www.theregister.com/2025/08/14/microsoft_patch_tuesday_update_fails/
https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-confirms-windows-11-kb5063878-cant-install-with-0x80240069-error-issues-fix/
Published: Thu Aug 14 10:45:15 2025 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M
