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Microsoft Fixes Windows 10 ESU Issues Amid Errors

11/19/2025

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  • Microsoft Corporation released a fix for Extended Security Updates (ESU) customers for Windows 10 after the first Patch Tuesday following end of support.
  • The patch KB5072653 requires installation of the October 2025 security update.
  • Some users still face installation errors, especially with KB5068781, which may fail on devices activated through the Microsoft 365 admin center.
  • Microsoft Corporation is investigating the issues and has issued KB5071959 to assist with ESU enrollment.