The latest safeguards for Windows in June 2024 are currently accessible, encompassing a broad spectrum of Microsoft products with resolutions issued during the June 2024 Patch Tuesday deployment.
This digest delivers practical knowledge for both IT specialists and users at large, amalgamating salient bug rectifications across versions of the operating system, providing links to the relevant support documentation, and underscoring principal augmentations in this dispatch.
Should you wish to review the May 2024 Windows security update commentary, the recap is available here.
Details on the June 2024 Security Patches for Microsoft Windows
An exhaustive registry of security rectifications can be acquired by downloading the Excel file here. Simply click the ensuing link to download it: Windows Security Updates June 2024 Excel.
Executive Synopsis
- Microsoft has resolved a total of 49 security anomalies, complemented by remedies for 9 additional CVE-cataloged susceptibilities in software external to Microsoft.
- Difficulties have been identified in Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2, as well as in Windows 11 version 21H2.
- Windows Server iterations such as Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2022 also reveal issues.
Breakdown of Windows Variants and Associated Security Flaws
The subsequent enumeration highlights different iterations of Windows and their respective security frailties.
- Windows 10 version 22H2:Â Subject to 27 security flaws, with one denoted as critical and the others deemed as substantial.
- Remote Code Execution Flaw pertaining to Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ) detected — CVE-2024-30080.
- Windows 11 version 22H2: Susceptible to 28 defects, one of which is critical and 27 deemed substantial.
- Encompasses the previously noted MSMQ Remote Code Execution Flaw — CVE-2024-30080.
- Windows 11 version 23H2: Reflects 28 vulnerabilities, with one characterized as critical and the remainder marked as important.
- Equally troubled by the MSMQ Remote Code Execution Flaw — CVE-2024-30080.
Examination of Windows Server Editions
- Windows Server 2008 R2 (extended support only): Affected by 15 vulnerabilities: one critical and 14 important.
- Also involves the MSMQ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability – CVE-2024-30080.
- Windows Server 2012 R2 (extended support only): Details on security flaws and their severities are forthcoming.
- Windows Server 2016: Encounters 27 vulnerabilities, with one singular critical and the remaining 26 of significance.
- Adopts the MSMQ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability – CVE-2024-30080.
- Windows Server 2019: Tracks 31 security gaps, one critical and 30 considerable.
- Shares similar concerns as Windows Server 2016.
- Windows Server 2022: Endures 30 vulnerabilities, one critical with an additional 29 of substantial import.
- Reflects similar predicaments as Windows Server 2017.
Foremost Improvements in Windows Security Updates
Windows 10 version 22H2
Fresh developments and refinements:
- Integration of safeguard enhancements.
- Deployment of novel Snipping Tool capability that pairs with Android smartphones. It signals the PC upon capture of new snapshots or screen grabs on the handheld device, providing access via the Snipping Tool. The optional feature can be found within Settings > Mobile Devices and is deploying in stages.
- An assortment of additional corrections.
Windows 16 versions 22H2 and 23H2
Prominent progressions and advancements:
- Security enhancements included.
- A new safeguard against unintended closing of Windows sharing dialogues.
- Advances that permit dragging and dropping within the breadcrumbs segment of File Explorer, simplifying file transfers.
- Adding a section dubbed ‘Linked devices’ in Settings > Accounts for seamless synchronization between Xbox consoles and PCs (pertinent to Home or Pro editions).
- An integrated manager within the Start menu is being introduced to manage accounts.
The taskbar now accommodates placement at the top or bottom of the screen.
Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2
Known Issue: Post-installation of the update, certain individuals may face difficulties when attempting to modify their account profile pictures.
Interim Solution: Presently, no workaround is available.
Updates on Security and Patch Notifications
Updates for Microsoft Office
To garner insights on updates for Office, click here.
Deploying the Security Updates for June 2024
If unattended, systems typically procure updates autonomously via Windows Update. However, these are not instant. To hasten this process:
- Hit the Start button, input Windows Update in the search area, and opt for the Windows Update selection that appears.
- Initiate a ‘check for updates’ to proactively seek out any pending updates.
In contrast, for those who prefer a direct role, updates can be installed manually either by individual download or by employing services like WSUS to distribute the updates to multiple systems.
Links for Direct Update Downloads
For manual installation enthusiasts, here are the respective links:
Windows 10 version 22H2
- KB5039211 — Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 21H2 for June 2024
Windows 11 version 22H2
- KB5039212 — Cumulative Update for Windows 11 version 22H2 for June 2024
- KB5039212 — Cumulative Update for Windows 11 version 23H2 for June 2024
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