Windows 10 · Release · Security update (Patch Tuesday)

July 9, 2024—KB5040448 (OS Build 10240.20710) - EXPIRED

What's in this update

This update addresses security issues for your Windows operating system.

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Microsoft's known issues — KB5040448

  • Issue Known issue After installing the July 9, 2024, Windows security update, you might see a BitLocker recovery screen upon starting up your device. This screen does not commonly appear after a Windows update. You are more likely to face this issue if you have the Device Encryption option enabled in Settings under Privacy & Security > Device encryption . Because of this issue, you might be prompted to enter the recovery key from your Microsoft account to unlock your drive Workaround: This issue is addressed in KB5041782 .

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