⚠️ Important Notice: Windows 11 Update Issues
Version: KB5074109 | Released Jan 13, 2026 (Target: Windows 11 24H2, 25H2)
🛑 Recommendation: Postpone Update
Critical errors such as Black Screen, Outlook Freezing, and Boot Loops have been reported after installing the latest Windows 11 security update.
Please pause updates until Microsoft releases a fix.
🔍 Key Symptoms
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Black Screen Screen turns black, only cursor visible (Nvidia users)
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App Freezing Outlook hangs, email reception fails (POP3)
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Boot Loop Stuck in Automatic Repair mode
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Slow Performance System lag, slow folder opening
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🛠️ Action Guide
✅ Not Installed Yet?
[Best Action] Pause Updates
- Go to Settings > Windows Update.
- Click the 'Pause updates' button.
- Set the pause duration to the maximum available (4+ weeks).
⚠️ Already Installed?
[Solution] Uninstall Update
- If Bootable: Settings > Update History > Uninstall Updates > Remove KB5074109
- If Not Bootable: Force restart 3 times (Enter Recovery Mode) > Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Uninstall latest quality update