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- Microsoft has confirmed that its latest security patch has a bug.
- The bug can cause your PC’s audio to stop working, particularly if you’re using a USB audio DAC.
- The issue is affecting versions 24H2, 23H2, and 22H2 of Windows 11, as well as Windows 10.
If you’re an audiophile and you haven’t installed the January Windows security patch yet, it may be in your best interest to avoid it. The update has a bug that’s knocking out audio on PCs, particularly for those who use USB audio DACs (digital-to-analog converters).
On January 14, 2025, Microsoft released its latest security patch to Windows PCs. While the patch doesn’t offer any new features, it does include a bug that Microsoft has officially confirmed in a support document.