Microsoft today released new cumulative updates for all supported devices, include server and client OS as well. The latest Windows 10 is getting both security and non-security improvements, as part of the company’s June 2021 Patch Tuesday rollout. It’s worth noting that only Latest Windows 10 May 2021 update, Windows 10 October 2020 update, Windows 10 May 2020 update, October 2019 update, and October 2018 Update devices are supported.
In other words, if your device is still running the old Windows 10 April 2018 update, creators update the patch will be offered to you only if the device is enrolled in the LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel). Or all You’d need to switch to the Latest Windows 10 version 21H1.
On January 14, 2020 the company officialy notificed end of support for Windows 7. And microsoft recommend using windows 10 for latest security features and protection against milicious software.
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Check Windows 10 Version
You can press Windows key + R and then type winver to check the version number of your Windows 10 device.
The Windows 10 versions and their build number:
- OS Build 19043 represents windows 10 May 2021 Update
- OS Build 19042 represents windows 10 October 2020 Update
- OS Build 19041 represents windows 10 May 2020 Update.
- OS Build 18363 represents Windows 10 November 2019 Update.
- OS Build 18362 represents Windows 10 May 2019 Update.
- OS Build 17763 represents Windows 10 October 2018 Update.
- OS Build 17134 represents Windows 10 April 2018 Update.
- OS Build 16299 represents Windows 10 Fall Creators Update.
- OS Build 15063 represents Windows 10 Creators Update.
- OS Build 14393 represents Windows 10 Anniversary Update.
Windows 10 Security Update for June 2021
Here Microsoft has released June 2021 cumulative updates are the following:
- KB5003637 for Windows 10 version 21H1, May 2021 update bumps OS build 19041.1052, Windows 10 version 20H2 and version 2004 also shares the same update that bumps build 19042.1052.
- KB5003635 for Windows 10 1909, November 2019 update that bumps build 18363.1621.
- KB5003646 for Windows 10 1809, October 2018 update that bumps build 17763.1999.
If your computer is running the old Windows 10 November 2019 Update, you can download and install the latest Windows 10 version 21H1, aka May 2021 Update, to get new features. Talking about these Windows security updates, as per Microsoft blog, June 2021 update completely focused on security improvements and sew of bug fixes. Here We’re going to detail each update in this article, and you can learn more about the specific updates in our articles linked above.
Windows 10 21H1 Build 19043.1052
Improve security when Windows performs basic operations and Windows OLE (compound documents) security.
Update security verifying usernames and passwords and when using input devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or a pen. Microsoft says it also includes updates for storing and managing files.
Security updates to Windows App Platform and Frameworks, the Windows Kernel, Windows Media, the Microsoft Scripting Engine, and the Windows Silicon Platform.
Known issue with this update:
- System and user certificates may be lost when updating from Windows 10 version 1809 or later to a newer version of Windows 10. This happens mainly when managed devices are updated using outdated bundles or media according to Microsoft. Devices that use Windows Update or Windows Update for Business are not impacted. Microsoft suggests to go back to the previous version of Windows to fix the issue.
- The correct Furigana characters may not be displayed when using the Microsoft Japanese Input Method Editor. Microsoft is working on a resolution.
- A small subset of users has reported lower than expected performance in games after installing this update.
- After installing this update, 5.1 Dolby Digital audio may play containing a high-pitched noise or squeak in certain apps when using certain audio devices and Windows settings.
- Issue with Microsoft Edge Legacy being removed but Microsoft Edge (new) not being installed if W10 is installed using custom offline media or ISO images.
Windows 10 1909 Build 18363.1621
- Updates to improve security when Windows performs basic operations.
- Updates to improve Windows OLE (compound documents) security.
Updates an issue that might prevent you from signing in to some Microsoft 365 desktop client apps after installing the May 11, 2021, or later update and restarting your device.
Addresses an issue that might prevent you from signing in to some Microsoft 365 desktop client apps after installing the May 11, 2021 or later update and restarting your device. You might also receive an 80080300 error or “We ran into a problem. Reconnecting…” when attempting to authenticate or sign in to Teams. Microsoft noted.
- Security updates Windows App Platform and Frameworks, the Windows Kernel, the Microsoft Scripting Engine, and the Windows Silicon Platform.
Known issue with this update:
System and user certificates might be lost when updating a device from Windows 10, version 1809 or later to a later version of Windows 10.
After installing this or later updates, apps accessing event logs on remote devices might be unable to connect.
Windows 10 1809 build 17763.1999
Devices running Windows 10 1809 receive KB5003646 (OS Build 17763.1999) that brings both security and non-security updates. As per the official support site
KB5003646 Improve security when Windows performs basic operations and Windows OLE (compound documents) security.
Improves security when verifying usernames and passwords and when using input devices such as a mouse, keyboard, or a pen. Microsoft says it also includes updates for storing and managing files.
Addresses an issue with an inconsistent shutdown during Windows Update that damages the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) repository.
Security updates to Windows App Platform and Frameworks, the Windows Kernel, the Microsoft Scripting Engine, and the Windows Silicon Platform.
Known issue:
- After installing this or later updates, apps accessing event logs on remote devices might be unable to connect.
- The Cluster Service might fail to start because a Cluster Network Driver is not found.
- Devices with some Asian language packs installed may receive the error, “0x800f0982 – PSFX_E_MATCHING_COMPONENT_NOT_FOUND.”
To fix this issue, the company suggests, Uninstall and reinstall any recently added language packs. If reinstalling the language pack does not mitigate the problem, reset your PC as follows:
- Go to the Settings app > Recovery.
- Select Get Started under the Reset this PC recovery option.
- Select Keep my Files.
Windows 10 1803 Build 17134.2208
Windows 10 version 1803 reached out of support but still, the company released KB5003174 (OS Build 17134.2208) that brings fix for multiple security vulnerabilities.
Download June 2021 Patch updates
You can check for updates in Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Update to get these updates.
Offline Download links
- KB5003637 — 2021-06 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 20H2, 21H1 and 2004.
- KB5003635 — 2021-06 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 1909.
- KB5003646 — 2021-06 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 1809.
If you are looking for windows 10 version 21H1 ISO, you can get it from here.
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source: Microsoft support blog