KB5054696: Overview with user sentiment and feedback
Last Updated April 22, 2025
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Overview
The April 8, 2025 Security and Quality Rollup update (KB5054696) is a cumulative update for .NET Framework versions 4.6.2, 4.7, 4.7.1, and 4.7.2 on Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 SP2. This update package contains quality improvements and reliability enhancements for the supported .NET Framework versions.
This release is particularly notable as it comes near the end of the Extended Security Update (ESU) support period for Windows Server 2008 platforms. The update focuses on maintaining system stability and addressing known issues in the Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) framework.
General Purpose
The primary purpose of this update is to provide quality and reliability improvements for .NET Framework installations on Windows Server 2008 platforms. A key enhancement addresses an issue with printing large numbers of pages in WPF applications that previously resulted in OutOfMemory exceptions. The update is designed to improve system stability and ensure continued reliable operation of .NET Framework applications on these legacy server platforms. The update is cumulative, meaning it contains all previously released security and quality improvements for the affected .NET Framework versions.
General Sentiment
The general sentiment towards this update appears positive, as it addresses specific functionality issues without introducing new security vulnerabilities. The update focuses on quality improvements rather than security fixes, which typically means lower risk of deployment issues. However, given that this update targets end-of-support platforms, organizations should be aware that they should be planning migration strategies to newer Windows Server versions for long-term sustainability.
Known Issues
- Microsoft has not identified any known issues in this update at the time of release
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