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Windows Update gets new controls to reduce forced restarts

📅 28 April 2026 at 09:57 UTC📰 Bleeping ComputerView original source ↗
Windows Update gets new controls to reduce forced restarts

Microsoft is rolling out Windows Update improvements that give users more control over how updates are installed while reducing disruption from frequent or poorly timed restarts. [...]

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🔍Threat Overview

Microsoft has introduced new controls in Windows Update to reduce forced restarts, addressing user feedback on disruption and lack of control over update installation.

⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Windows Insiders in the Dev and Experimental channels
Attack Vectors
Update pauses, Power menu changes
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: medium
Who Is at Risk
Users of Windows Insiders in the Dev and Experimental channels
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Enable update pause feature to schedule updates for specific dates
2Review Power menu options to avoid unexpected updates during shutdown or restart
3Monitor system for suspicious activity related to Windows Update
📦Affected Products
Windows Insiders in the Dev and Experimental channels

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