Microsoft has released KB5043131 (OS Build 19045.4957) Preview for Windows 10 22H2. The update addresses critical issues such as relocating profile images and adding a new background color to the left pane of the menu.
It also addresses issues with Microsoft Edge occasionally not responding when in IE mode and media playback freezing when using particular surround sound technology. The non-security update includes quality enhancements such as upgrading COSA profiles for certain mobile carriers, stopping Windows servers from responding while using File Explorer and the taskbar, and resolving issues with directory enumeration and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
September 24, 2024—KB5043131 (OS Build 19045.4957) Preview
Highlights
Note: Below is a summary of the key issues that this update addresses when you install this KB. If there are new features, it lists them as well. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.
[Start menu] New! This update moves your profile picture to different positions. There is also a new background color for the left pane on the menu. This color change makes the items on the pane stand out more. This change might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
[IE mode] Microsoft Edge sometimes stops responding when you use IE mode.
[Media playback] Playback of some media might stop when you use certain surround sound technology.
Improvements
Important: Use EKB KB5015684 to update to Windows 10, version 22H2.
This non-security update includes quality improvements. Below is a summary of the key issues that this update addresses when you install this KB. If there are new features, it lists them as well. The bold text within the brackets indicates the item or area of the change we are documenting.
[Microsoft Entra single sign-on (SSO)] The SSO notice that the European Digital Markets Act (DMA) requires prompts too often. This occurs when you authenticate using a certificate. To learn more, see Upcoming changes to Windows single sign-on.
[Country and Operator Settings Asset] This update brings COSA profiles up to date for certain mobile operators.
[File Explorer and taskbar] Windows server stops responding when you use apps like File Explorer and the taskbar.
[Windows Update opt-in notifications] They now appear when you sign in.
[Directory enumeration] This might fail if a directory has symbolic links that have long target names.
[Microsoft Defender for Endpoint] Work Folders files fail to sync when Defender for Endpoint is on.
If you installed earlier updates, only the new updates contained in this package will be downloaded and installed on your device.
September 24, 2024—KB5043131 (OS Build 19045.4957) Preview - Microsoft Support
