Unable to install security updates

Some Windows 11 Users Can No Longer Install Security Updates (but There’s a Fix)
Security updates are broken for Windows 11 PCs installed with physical media using the October 2024 and November 2024 updates, but there is a fix.
Microsoft Warns Millions Of Windows Users—Do Not Install This Update On Your PC
Microsoft has confirmed an unusual warning for Windows users updating their PCs. If you make a simple mistake, your PC “might remain in a state where it cannot accept further Windows security updates.” Bad news, especially as it will clearly be confusing if and when it happens.
A weird Windows 11 bug won’t let some people install any security updates
Microsoft is warning users that some manually made Windows 11 installer media could contain a bug where new PC installs may not get future security updates. It affects USB and CD installers made with October and November release patches,
This Windows 11 bug can stop your security updates — here's how to avoid it
Installing some recent versions of Windows 11 could leave you vulnerable to security issues due to an update flaw; here's how to avoid the problem.
Bizarre New Windows 11 Bug Can Block Security Updates
Microsoft has recently found a strange bug in some Windows 11 installations. This may prevent certain users from receiving important security updates. And unfortunately, all it takes to trigger this glitch is to install Windows from a CD or USB drive.
Unable to install security updates after freshly installing Windows 11? You're not alone
If you recently installed Windows 11 and are now unable to install more recent security updates, you're not alone. It looks like a bug in recent Windows 11 installation media is causing all future security updates to fail during the installation phase,
Microsoft warns of new Windows 11 installation media bug that blocks future security updates
Microsoft has clarified that this issue only applies to users who installed the Windows 11 24H2 update using a USB drive or CD
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No, Microsoft Won’t Let You Install Windows 11 on Unsupported PCs
Several reports have indicated Microsoft is finally allowing Windows 11 to be installed on unsupported PCs. Unfortunately, ...
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Setting up a new laptop: how to install Windows 11 in a couple of minutes
Select No, thanks when asked if you want to install Office. You can do this later if you have a Microsoft 365 subscription. (Alternatively, find out how to get Microsoft Office for free.) You will ...
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Windows 11 installation media bug causes security update failures
Microsoft is warning of an issue when using a media support to install Windows 11, version 24H2, that causes the operating system to not accept further security updates. The problem occurs when ...
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Microsoft will let you install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs after all — what you need to know
Even if your PC doesn't have the minimum specs, you can still go ahead and install Windows 11. However, with the risk of damaging your device by running Windows 11, is there much point?
How to easily run Windows 11 on Steam Deck
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Your Windows 11 PC is acting up? 4 essential settings I always check first
If you're having trouble with Windows 11, look to this short list of the four best things you can do to enhance your PC's ...