KB5061090 Update Enhances Windows 11 Recovery Environment for 22H2 & 23H2

Here’s a summary of the details for KB5061090: Safe OS Dynamic Update for Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H2 — June 26, 2025:

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Summary​

• Purpose: This update makes improvements to the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2.

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How to Get This Update​

• Windows Update:
• The update is available via Windows Update and will be automatically downloaded and installed.
• Microsoft Update Catalog:
• A standalone update package is available from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
• Instructions are provided for downloading updates.
• For manual integration, see add an update package to Windows RE.
• Windows Server Update Services (WSUS):
• For 23H2, it is included in the monthly security update and syncs if Products and Classifications are configured for:
• Product: Windows 11
• Classification: Updates

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Post-Install Details​

• Restart Required:
• No restart is necessary after applying this update.
• Removal:
• This update CANNOT be removed once applied to a Windows image.
• Update Replacement:
• This update replaces KB5059774.
• WinRE Version After Update:
• The WinRE version should be: 10.0.22621.5541

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Verifying Installation​

Several methods are provided to verify the installed WinRE version:

• PowerShell Script: Use the provided GetWinReVersion.ps1 script.
• Event Viewer: Look for WinREAgent Event ID: 4501 (Servicing succeeded).
• DISM Command:
• Use reagentc /info to find WinRE path.
• Use dism /Get-ImageInfo /ImageFile:<WinRE_Path>\winre.wim /index:1 to get version details.

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File Information​

• The update includes numerous files; the primary version to expect for system files (example: skci.dll, bootmgfw.efi.mui, etc.) is 10.0.22621.5541.

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Applies to​

• Windows 11 SE, Home, Pro, Enterprise, and IoT Enterprise (versions 22H2 & 23H2), including Education and Multi-Session SKUs.

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Reference:
KB5061090 Microsoft Support Article
If you need specific update file names, PowerShell code, or further technical details, let me know!

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Source: Microsoft Support KB5061090: Safe OS Dynamic Update for Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H2: June 26, 2025 - Microsoft Support