Microsoft has temporarily halted Windows 11 update KB5079391 due to installation errors and performance issues. Learn about the problems and when a fix is expected.
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Microsoft has temporarily halted the distribution of update KB5079391 for Windows 11 following numerous user complaints. The main issue involves an installation error with code 0x80073712, which causes the system to report corrupted or missing update files.
Users who managed to install the update have experienced unstable system performance and recurring error notifications. As a result, the company decided to stop deploying the update to prevent further disruptions and give developers time to address the problems.
According to official information, the issue has already been identified, and Microsoft is working on a fix. After testing is complete, the update will be re-released, possibly under a different number. Until then, users are advised to avoid installing the problematic package.
Interestingly, this situation occurs amid Microsoft's new plans to improve Windows 11 stability. Specifically, the company intends to give users more control over updates—for example, allowing them to delay installation and avoid unexpected reboots. However, this current incident highlights that even with new approaches, the update process remains vulnerable.