KB5079270: Overview with user sentiment and feedback
Last Updated February 27, 2026
Probability of successful installation and continued operation of the machine
Overview
This update makes improvements to the Windows recovery environment (WinRE).
General Purpose
This update is for Windows 11 version 24H2 and 25H2. It improves the Windows recovery environment (WinRE) to help ensure devices can boot securely. This is part of Microsoft's efforts to address the upcoming Secure Boot certificate expiration that may impact some devices if not addressed.
General Sentiment
The general sentiment around this update appears positive, as it addresses an important security issue with Secure Boot certificates that could otherwise cause disruption for users. However, as with any update, there may be isolated reports of issues, so caution is warranted when installing, especially on mission-critical systems.
Known Issues
- None reported
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