Microsoft says Windows Update may fail in network-restricted environments after installing the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates, showing error code 0x80010002 on affected devices. Administrators can use Known Issue Rollback group policies as a workaround while Microsoft works on a permanent fix. #WindowsUpdate #KnownIssueRollback #KB5083806 #KB5083631
Keypoints
- Windows Update failures may occur in restricted network environments after January 2026 preview updates.
- Affected devices can show error code 0x80010002 during update downloads.
- The issue may block downloading future Windows updates through the Settings page.
- Microsoft says the bug is caused by new download timeout requirements, not device integrity.
- Admins can apply Known Issue Rollback group policies and restart devices to work around the problem.