Windows 11 Update Issues (KB5074109)

February 05, 2026
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โš ๏ธ Important Notice: Windows 11 Update Issues

Version: KB5074109 | Released Jan 13, 2026 (Target: Windows 11 24H2, 25H2)

๐Ÿ›‘ 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.

๐Ÿ” 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

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Action Guide

โœ… Not Installed Yet?

[Best Action] Pause Updates

  1. Go to Settings > Windows Update.
  2. Click the 'Pause updates' button.
  3. Set the pause duration to the maximum available (4+ weeks).

โš ๏ธ 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
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