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false positive banner
About this tag
The tag 'false positive banner' covers a specific display bug in Windows 10 where the Settings app incorrectly shows an 'end of support' banner on devices that are still entitled to updates. This issue primarily affects PCs enrolled in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program and certain LTSC/IoT LTSC SKUs. Despite the alarming message, these devices continue to receive security updates as normal. Microsoft has acknowledged the bug, which stems from a miscommunication between the update service and the Settings UI. The tag is relevant for Windows 10 users and IT administrators who encounter this misleading banner and need confirmation that their systems remain supported.
Microsoft has confirmed a display bug that caused some Windows 10 PCs enrolled in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program — and certain LTSC/IoT LTSC SKUs — to show a startling “Your version of Windows has reached the end of support” banner in Settings → Windows Update, even though those...