The first was caused by update KB5063875, a relatively minor security update for older versions of Windows 10 and 11. This update broke Windows' built-in reset and recovery features, used to restore a Windows installation to its factory defaults if you're experiencing a problem or are planning on handing down or otherwise getting rid of your PC.

Microsoft's Windows 11 update for August, KB5063878, is reportedly causing some solid state drives (SSDs) to fail when transferring files.

The update in question is KB5063878, which Microsoft launched to the public on Aug. 12. It’s a Windows Secure Boot update that resets certification for devices that are set to expire in June 2026. There doesn’t appear to be anything about the update that might cause concern,