As is generally the case with cumulative updates, there are no new features here. But there are a few security fixes and overall system improvements. In fact, this round of updates is relatively small.
KB4530684 for Windows 10 1903 and 1909
Today’s update will bump your Windows 10 1903 build to 18362.535and version 1909 to 18363.535 and it includes the following fixes and improvements:
Updates to improve security when Windows performs basic operations.Addresses an issue that might cause error 0x3B in cldflt.sys on some devices.Addresses an issue that might prevent you from creating a local user account using the Input Method Editor (IME) for Chinese, Japanese, or Korean languages. This issue occurs when setting up a new Windows device during the Out of Box Experience (OOBE).Security updates to Windows Virtualization, Windows Kernel, the Microsoft Scripting Engine, and Windows Server.
If you have automatic updates enabled, you should see the updates in the next couple of days. Or, if you can stay on top of things by heading to Settings > Update & Security > Microsoft Update to check. Then, manually install the update by downloading it from Microsoft Update Catalog. Older supported versions of Windows 10 are receiving patches today, too. There are also a few known issues with these updates, which vary depending on the version of Windows 10 you’re running. Make sure to read the Windows 10 Update History page for your version’s release notes. If you have any issues with your system after the update that isn’t resolved by Microsoft’s documented workarounds, you can roll them back. For more on how to do that, check out: How to Uninstall a Windows 10 Cumulative Update.
title: “Microsoft Releases December Patch Tuesday Updates For Windows 10” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-25” author: “Joseph Matthews”
KB4592438 for Windows 10 Version 2004 and 20H2
If you are running Windows 10 versions 20H2 or 2004 your update will come as KB4592438 and will bump your build to 19042.685 and 19041.685 respectively and it includes the following highlights:
Updates to improve security when using Microsoft Edge Legacy.Updates to improve security when using Microsoft Office products.
And the update contains the following improvements and fixes:
Addresses a security vulnerability by preventing applications that run as a SYSTEM account from printing to “FILE:” ports. To address this issue in the future, make sure your applications or services run as a specific user or service account.Security updates to Microsoft Edge Legacy, the Microsoft Graphics Component, Windows Media, Windows Fundamentals, and Windows Virtualization.
If automatic updates enabled on your system, you should see the new updates in the next couple of days. Or, you can stay on top of things by manually heading to Settings > Update & Security > Microsoft Update to check. Older versions of Windows 10 are getting updates today as well. Make sure to read the documentation on the Windows 10 Update History page for your version’s full release notes. If something breaks after you install today’s updates and cannot be resolved by Microsoft’s documented workarounds you can roll them back. For more on how to do that, makes sure to read our article: How to Uninstall a Windows 10 Cumulative Update.
