Microsoft releases out-of-band Windows fixes with certificate updates

Microsoft issued an out-of-band (non-security) update targeting supported Windows versions from Windows 10 to Windows Server 2025 to distribute updated certificate trust lists (CTL) for devices without access to Microsoft's automated certificate service or where CTL updates are disabled. The release follows the compromise of private keys from Indian certification authority eMudhra, which required a major cleanup effort. The update includes prior October 13 patches and their known issues affecting VPN, Smart App Control, audio and Remote Desktop connections, which remain unresolved.

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