Microsoft has issued a temporary workaround for Outlook users experiencing freezes after installing recent Windows security updates, affecting Windows 10, 11, and Windows Server platforms. The issue causes Outlook to hang, particularly for POP email users with PST files stored on cloud services like OneDrive, and Microsoft is investigating a permanent fix. #OutlookFreeze #WindowsSecurityUpdates
Keypoints
- Outlook desktop client can become unresponsive after installing KB5074109 security update.
- Problems include Outlook hanging, emails not appearing in Sent Items, and re-downloading emails.
- The issues affect Windows 10, Windows 11, and multiple Windows Server versions.
- Workarounds involve uninstalling updates or accessing email via webmail until a patch is released.
- Microsoft is investigating the issue and has issued emergency updates for related problems.