Download Windows 10 KB5048652

Install the Latest Windows 10 KB5048652 Updates for Essential Bug Fixes and Enhanced Security!

Microsoft released cumulative update KB5048652 for Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2. This is part of the December 2024 Patch Tuesday update, which focuses on bug fixes and security improvements. Installing today’s update advance Windows 10 Build 19045.5247 includes fixes issues with Win32 shortcuts not backing up to the cloud, dragging and dropping files from a cloud provider resulting in a move instead of a copy, Windows not activating after a motherboard replacement and more.

Hence it’s an important update, download and install automatically once your device connects to the Microsoft server. Alternatively, you can manually check for and install the update by navigating to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, or by downloading it directly from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

As per Microsoft’s official support page, the package doesn’t bring any new features, it comes with important security updates, so users should consider installing it as soon as possible.

What’s New in Windows 10 KB5048652

After installing this update, the build numbers will change to 19045.5247 for version 22H2 and 19044.5247 for version 21H2. The update focuses on important security patches and addresses several key problems. Fix where Sysprep /generalize command fails with error 0x80073cf. This occurs when you try to remove a package after you have already removed its dependencies.

• Cloud Backup Fix: It addresses an issue where Win32 app shortcuts were not being backed up to the cloud, resulting in missing icons during system restoration.
• File Handling Bug: A problem with cloud services, such as Dropbox, where drag and drop files from a cloud files provider folder move instead of a copy from its original location, has been fixed.
• Activation Conflicts: Resolved issues where some users experienced activation failures on OEM PCs after replacing their motherboard.
• Printer Compatibility: Fixed bugs with Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) printers that caused PCs to stop responding during use.
• Network and Operator Updates: Updated COSA profiles for certain mobile operators, improving network compatibility.

KB update offline installer link: https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=KB5048652

• If you are looking for the latest Windows 10 version 22H2 ISO, click here.
• In addition, you can download the latest Windows 11 ISO images here.

If you experience a problem installing the update, check this video for troubleshooting steps: