Microsoft Issues Emergency Windows 11 Update to Fix Recovery Environment USB Failure
Microsoft has deployed an emergency Windows 11 update addressing critical USB functionality issues within the recovery environment. The out-of-band fix comes after a recent security update rendered keyboards and mice unusable during system recovery attempts, according to company reports.
Emergency Patch Deployed for Windows Recovery Issues
Microsoft has reportedly released an emergency out-of-band update designated KB5070762 for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, as well as Windows Server 2025, to resolve a critical USB functionality problem within the Windows Recovery Environment. The update addresses issues where USB keyboards and mice became non-functional when users attempted to access recovery options, according to the company’s official documentation.
