Microsoft has identified and addressed a significant issue affecting Windows 11 version 24H2 security updates. The problem specifically impacts systems where Windows 11 was installed using CDs or USB drives containing October or November 2024 security updates.

Key Points:
– The issue prevents affected systems from receiving subsequent Windows security updates
– Problem only occurs with installation media containing updates from October 8 to November 12, 2024
– Windows Update and Microsoft Update Catalog deployments remain unaffected
– Systems using installation media with December 2024 or later updates are not impacted

Solution:
Microsoft recommends reinstalling Windows 11 version 24H2 using installation media that includes security updates from December 2024 or later. This workaround effectively resolves the update deployment issues.

Additional Update:
The January 2025 optional Windows 11 updates also address a separate issue that previously prevented non-administrator users from modifying time zone settings. Users awaiting the February Patch Tuesday updates can temporarily use the Windows Control Panel to adjust date and time settings.

Microsoft has marked this known issue as resolved in the Windows release health dashboard, providing clear guidance for affected users to ensure continued system security through proper update installation.