KB5070886: Overview with user sentiment and feedback
Last Updated October 25, 2025
Probability of successful installation and continued operation of the machine
Overview
October 23, 2025—KB5070886 (Monthly Rollup) Out-of-band applies to Windows Server 2012 R2. This out-of-band update includes fixes and quality improvements that are part of the October 14, 2025 Monthly Rollup (KB5066873). It addresses a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in WSUS reporting web services. The update also includes general security updates and fixes for various issues. The update will be available through Windows Update, the Update Catalog, and WSUS.
General Purpose
The purpose of this update is to provide security fixes and quality improvements for Windows Server 2012 R2 as part of the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program. It addresses a critical remote code execution vulnerability in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) reporting web services and includes general security updates.
General Sentiment
The general sentiment towards this update is cautiously positive due to its focus on security fixes. While the update aims to resolve important vulnerabilities, there are known issues that users should be aware of, such as the temporary removal of error details in WSUS error reporting.
Known Issues
- Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) does not display synchronization error details within its error reporting after installing this update.
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