Windows 10 KB5026361 OS build 19045.2965 released

Today part of the May 2023 Patch Tuesday update, Microsoft has released Windows 10 KB5026361 and KB5026362 cumulative updates for versions 22H2 and 1809. These updates mainly focus on fix security vulnerabilities and resolving known bugs reported by the user community and found by the company’s developer team in recent weeks. Because the focus is on security improvements, users are recommended to install them as soon as possible. Direct download links for Windows 10 KB5026361 offline installers are also available on Microsoft Update Catalog.

May 2023 patch Tuesday, what’s new for Windows 10?

The following updates are available for Windows 10 devices as part of the May 2023 Patch Tuesday cycle:

Windows 10 version 1507 — KB5026382 (OS Build 10240.19926)
Windows 10 version 1607 — KB5026363 (OS Build 14393.5921)
Windows 10 version 1703 — EOS
Windows 10 version 1709 — EOS
Windows 10 version 1803 — EOS
Windows 10 version 1809 — KB5026362 (OS Build 17763.4377)
Windows 10 version 1903 — EOS
Windows 10 version 1909 — EOS
Windows 10 version 2004/21H1 — EOS/EOS
Windows 10 version 20H2, 21H1, 21H2, and 22H2 — May 9, 2023—KB5026361 (OS Builds 19042.2965, 19044.2965, and 19045.2965) – Microsoft Support

Since Windows 10 is no longer the primary operating system or priority for Microsoft, you won’t find any big changes in the latest update or forthcoming cumulative releases.

Installing Windows 10 KB5026361 advance build number 19045.2965, you can check it using winver command. The monthly update for Windows 10 does not bring news, but it is important for solving problems by increasing the stability of Windows.

The official release notes, “This update contains miscellaneous security improvements to internal OS functionality. Also, Microsoft bundles all improvements from the April 2023 preview that bring a number of bug fixes and security enhancements.

Today’s update for Windows 10, fixes a race condition in Windows Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS), where a bug caused the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) to stop responding.

This occurs when the system processes multiple local account operations simultaneously. The access violation error code is 0xc0000005.

After install today’s update you can now effortlessly sync your language and region settings whenever you update your Microsoft account display language or regional format. In addition, by enabling Language preferences sync in your Windows backup settings, your customized settings will be automatically saved to your account.

This update addressed an issue that previously affected Microsoft Edge IE mode. Pop-up windows will now open in the foreground instead of in the background. Another issue impacting Edge IE mode was also fixed, as the Tab Window Manager should no longer stop responding.

Moreover, the company has resolved an issue with the Chinese input method where the first suggested item was not entirely visible.

This update affects Xbox Elite users who have the Xbox Adaptive Controller. This update applies your controller remapping preferences on the desktop.

Also, this update addresses an issue that might affect news and interests. It might flicker on the taskbar and File Explorer might stop responding.

Microsoft acknowledged a bug, though it has been around for quite some time already. Custom installations may not receive the new Microsoft Edge web browser, while the old version may be removed. The workaround is described on the support page.

Download Windows 10 updates

As with the other packages, windows 10 KB5026361 downloads and installs on your device automatically. Only you need to reboot your device to apply the changes. Also, you can check manually for Windows updates or download the Windows 10 update offline package if you prefer to install updates manually.

Search for updates and select Check for updates

Windows update settings open, here click on the Check for updates button.
You will notice KB5026361 started downloading, then hit the install now button
Once done you need to restart your PC to apply these updates

Well, you can use the below links to download KB5026361 offline package. And if you are looking for Windows 10 version 22H2 ISO image you can get it from here.

Windows 10 KB5026361 Direct Download Links: 64-bit and 32-bit (x86).

The above link opens the Microsoft Update Catalog which is the public library of Windows Updates released in the past. You can click on the ‘Download’ button next to the version of Windows you’ve installed, and begin the download by click on .msu link which appears in the next pop-up.

If you encounter any problem installing these updates here read our Windows update troubleshooting guide.

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Source: Microsoft