Microsoft’s Firewall Fiasco Fixed: Windows 11 Bug Busted with New Update!

Microsoft has finally put out the Windows Firewall error fire in Windows 11 24H2 with the KB5062660 update. After weeks of panic-inducing yet harmless warnings, users can now reboot in peace. Who knew fixing a bug would be as simple as ignoring it until the next Patch Tuesday?

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Hot Take:

Looks like Microsoft is taking a page from the “Oops, My Bad” playbook again! Who knew Windows 11 would come with a built-in feature: the “Get a Heart Attack Every Reboot” simulator? But fear not, techies! Redmond’s got your back with their latest patch, ready to soothe your firewall-induced panic attacks. Just another day in the world of Windows updates, where bugs are as common as misplaced coffee cups on a Monday morning!

Key Points:

  • Known issue causing invalid Windows Firewall errors on Windows 11 24H2.
  • The bug originated from a new feature still under development.
  • Microsoft initially miscommunicated the bug as resolved, then apologized.
  • A fix is included in the KB5062660 preview update, with a full rollout in August.
  • Similar issues have plagued other Windows features in recent months.

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