Additionally, the update enhances the servicing stack responsible for installing updates, combining it with the latest cumulative update to improve the overall reliability of the update process and mitigate potential installation issues. The update also incorporates security and quality improvements from a previous update, KB5058392, released on May 13, 2025.
Users who have previously installed earlier updates will only download and install the new components included in this out-of-band package. For more information on security vulnerabilities addressed in this update, users can refer to the Security Update Guide and the May 2025 Security Updates.
In summary, KB5061978 represents a crucial update for maintaining the stability and security of Hyper-V environments, particularly in enterprise and IoT applications, and underscores Microsoft's commitment to continual improvement of its software infrastructure. With ongoing updates like these, users can expect enhanced performance, reduced downtime, and better overall management of their Windows environments
Windows 10 KB5061978 (OS Build 17763.7322) Out-of-band released
The Windows 10 KB5061978 out-of-band update enhances the quality of the Hyper-V Platform and resolves specific issues for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019, Windows 10 IoT Core LTSC, and Windows Server 2019. The update resolves a problem in the direct send path for a guest physical address, which was leading to confidential virtual machines becoming unresponsive or restarting unexpectedly. The update additionally incorporates enhancements to the servicing stack responsible for installing Windows updates. The recent update integrates the most current servicing stack update with the latest cumulative update, enhancing the reliability of the update process and addressing potential issues.
Windows 10 KB5061978 (OS Build 17763.7322) Out-of-band released @ NT Compatible
