Windows 10 KB5025221 released, how to download the major bug fixes

Windows 10 KB5025221 is now available for everyone! This update is part of April 2023 cumulative updates for Windows, and it doesn’t change anything on the surface, but there are plenty of fixes. Microsoft has published download links for Windows 10 KB5023696 offline installers if you prefer manual installation over Windows Update.

Windows 10 KB5025221 is a security update, which means it will download and install automatically unless you’ve changed the Windows Update settings. It is worth noting that these ‘security’ updates do not contain exciting tweaks, so don’t expect any significant improvements in this release.

This update is rolling out via Windows Update. To download, head to Settings > Updates & Security > Windows Update. Finally, click on the “Check for updates” button. If you’re on Windows 11, your PC has a different update. On 22H2 systems, Microsoft has published KB for Windows 11.

On Windows 10, you’ll see the following updates when you check for updates today:

2023-04 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 22H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5025221)

Or

2023-04 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 21H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5025221)

Download Links for Windows 10 KB5025221

Windows 10 KB5025221 Direct Download Links: 64-bit and 32-bit (x86).

KB5025221 (Build 19045.2728) Full Changelog

There are a lot of changes in April 2023 update for Windows 10. For example, Microsoft says the ms-appinstaller URI has been improved to work with the DesktopAppInstaller policy. Additionally, this update addresses various issues impacting system components’ performance.

Another issue has been fixed with Microsoft HTML Application Host (HTA). In certain instances, code execution that relied on Microsoft HTA was blocked due to Windows Defender’s feature. This update resolves the conflict issue, allowing for proper code execution.

Here’s a list of all significant bug fixes in the Windows 10 update:

Microsoft also reminded us that it won’t release new optional or non-security updates for two older versions of Windows 10 – version 20H2 and version 21H2. From this point onwards, only cumulative monthly security updates, referred to as the “B” or Update Tuesday release, will be offered on these machines.

What are the known issues in April 11 update?

Microsoft is aware of an issue affecting kiosk device profiles with auto log-on enabled after installing updates released on January 10, 2023, and later.

These updates cause affected devices to stay on the sign-in screen prompting for credentials, even after Autopilot completes provisioning.