| Error | Cause | Fix | |-------|-------|-----| | | CBS manifest corruption | Run DISM /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth | | 0x80070002 | Missing prerequisite SSU | Manually install latest SSU (KB5031358 includes it, but try standalone SSU if older build) | | 0x80246007 | WU client timeout | net stop wuauserv → delete C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution → net start wuauserv |
KB5031358 was the main security update for Windows 11 in October 2023. It was significant because it was the update that "turned on" the Moment 4 feature update features by default, such as the updated Windows Backup app, tweaks to the Start Menu, and changes to the taskbar.
The update allows for the mitigation of this DDoS attack vector by enabling stricter control over RST_STREAMS per minute via new registry keys, bolstering the security of Windows-based servers and client machines. Security Patches | Error | Cause | Fix | |-------|-------|-----|
: Updated the spelling of Ukraine’s capital from "Kiev" to "Kyiv" and supported daylight saving time changes in Greenland. Installation and Availability
: It resolved recurring issues with USB printers that were incorrectly identified as multi-media devices. Security Patches : Updated the spelling of Ukraine’s
This update was designed to improve the overall stability and security of the Windows 11 operating system. As a cumulative update, it includes all previous fixes, ensuring that systems are fully up to date with a single installation. Build Number: 22621.2428 Release Date: October 10, 2023 Platform: Windows 11, version 22H2 Key Features and Improvements
Despite its importance, users often encounter roadblocks when deploying KB5031358. Many systems get stuck mid-installation or error out during the download phase. The most common failure symptoms include: As a cumulative update, it includes all previous
Addressed systemic failures with specialized USB-tethered label and receipt printers where internal mechanisms in Microsoft Defender mistakenly choked print spools.
In a move that delighted power users, KB5031358 added native support for reading additional archive formats like .tar, .7z, and .rar using the open-source libarchive project, reducing the need for third-party software.
: Some users reported that even a full PC wipe and clean install did not resolve the installation error.
: Some users encountered error 0x800f0988 during the update process.