prevented certain USB printers from working and fixed errors affecting Microsoft Print to PDF System Stability: Resolved a memory leak issue when using CopyFile() MoveFile() functions and fixed a bug where
For the most current and detailed information, users should refer to the official KB5031358 support article.
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Corrected various stability bugs that caused background applications and services to unexpectedly hang or crash during prolonged use. prevented certain USB printers from working and fixed
October 10, 2023 (Patch Tuesday) Version: Windows 11 22H2 (Build 22621.2428) KB Number: KB5031358 Architecture: x64-based Systems
Because it was a cumulative update, KB5031358 also included all the quality and non-security fixes from the optional preview update , which was released on September 26, 2023. This means that if you skipped the optional preview, you would still get all those enhancements when you installed this "Patch Tuesday" release.
Fixes memory leaks and issues with USB printers and Windows Defender Application Control. Installation Details File Size: Approximately for x64-based systems. Available via Windows Update Microsoft Update Catalog Common Issues and Fixes Many users reported installation errors like 0x80073701 0x800f0988 October 10, 2023 (Patch Tuesday) Version: Windows 11
The was more than just a routine Patch Tuesday release. It was an exclusive snapshot of Windows 11 22H2 at a pivotal moment—bridging the gap between early 22H2 flaws and the upcoming 23H2 feature drop.
update, released on October 10, 2023, for Windows 11 version 21H2
Ultimate Guide to the 2023-10 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 (x64) KB5031358 released on October 10
While Microsoft consistently pushes devices to newer iterations like 22H2, 23H2, or even 24H2, many legacy enterprise systems, specialized workstations, and offline machines stayed on Version 21H2. This comprehensive guide breaks down exactly what the update delivered, the issues it addressed, installation best practices, and how to resolve common deployment pitfalls. 🛠️ What Was Included in KB5031358?
In a move that delighted power users, KB5031358 added native support for reading additional archive formats like .tar, .7z, and .rar using the open-source libarchive project, reducing the need for third-party software.
This cumulative release remedies multiple flaws within the core OS layer. Crucially, it patches actively exploited in the wild at the time of its release: