KB5056579: Overview with user sentiment and feedback
Last Updated September 30, 2025
Probability of successful installation and continued operation of the machine
Overview
The KB5056579 update is a cumulative update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 11, version 24H2. It was released on April 25, 2025, and includes security and cumulative reliability improvements. The update is intended to be part of regular maintenance routines and is available through Windows Update, Windows Update for Business, Microsoft Update Catalog, and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
General Purpose
The purpose of KB5056579 is to provide security and reliability improvements for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 in Windows 11, version 24H2. This update addresses issues related to concurrency in TypeDescriptor and interactions between .NET Framework DLL loads and OS code integrity enforcement policy. It is recommended to apply this update as part of regular system maintenance.
General Sentiment
The general sentiment towards KB5056579 is positive, as it is intended to improve system security and reliability. Microsoft has not reported any known issues with this update, which contributes to a positive outlook. However, community forums have reported some issues, including BSODs and installation failures, which introduce some caution.
Known Issues
- No known issues reported by Microsoft
- Some users have reported BSODs (IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL) when using resource-intensive applications like Unity Editor and Visual Studio
- Some users have reported failure to install the update with error codes 0x80071a91 and 0x800f0982
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