Windows 11 24H2 Bug Causes Critical System Component Crashes
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Microsoft has confirmed a critical bug in Windows 11 24H2 that causes File Explorer, Start Menu, and other key system components to crash after installing cumulative updates released since July 2025. The issue arises from XAML dependency packages failing to register properly, affecting both regular and non-persistent OS installations. Users experience crashes in essential shell components, leading to partially functional systems. Microsoft is working on a resolution and has provided temporary workarounds.
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24.11.2025 12:41 1 articles · 23h ago
Microsoft Confirms Critical Bug in Windows 11 24H2
Microsoft has confirmed a critical bug in Windows 11 24H2 that causes File Explorer, Start Menu, and other key system components to crash after installing cumulative updates released since July 2025. The issue arises from XAML dependency packages failing to register properly, affecting both regular and non-persistent OS installations. Microsoft is working on a resolution and has provided temporary workarounds.
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- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41
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The bug affects Windows 11 24H2 systems after installing cumulative updates released since July 2025.
First reported: 24.11.2025 12:411 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41
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The issue occurs due to XAML dependency packages (MicrosoftWindows.Client.CBS, Microsoft.UI.Xaml.CBS, MicrosoftWindows.Client.Core) failing to register in time after updates.
First reported: 24.11.2025 12:411 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41
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Affected components include Explorer.exe, StartMenuExperienceHost, and ShellHost.exe, leading to crashes and silent failures.
First reported: 24.11.2025 12:411 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41
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Microsoft has provided PowerShell commands to manually register the missing packages as a temporary workaround.
First reported: 24.11.2025 12:411 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41
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The bug particularly impacts organizations using non-persistent enterprise environments with virtual desktop infrastructure.
First reported: 24.11.2025 12:411 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Windows 11 24H2 bug crashes Explorer and Start Menu — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 24.11.2025 12:41