KB5055172: Overview with user sentiment and feedback

Overview

This is a Security and Quality Rollup update for .NET Framework 4.8 on Windows Server 2012 scheduled for release on April 8, 2025. The update includes cumulative security and reliability improvements. This update is part of Microsoft's Extended Security Update (ESU) program, as Windows Server 2012 reached end of support on October 10, 2023.

General Purpose

The update addresses several key areas in .NET Framework 4.8. It includes improvements to printing functionality, specifically fixing an issue with printing large numbers of pages that was causing OutOfMemory exceptions. The update also resolves issues related to System.IO APIs when operating on files and directories on UNC shares. Additionally, it contains previously released security fixes and general reliability enhancements to ensure stable operation of .NET Framework 4.8 on Windows Server 2012 systems.

General Sentiment

The sentiment around this update appears generally positive as it addresses specific functional issues without introducing major changes. The update focuses on stability and reliability improvements, particularly in printing and file operations. Since this is an ESU update for an end-of-support operating system, it's primarily targeted at organizations that have purchased extended support for their Windows Server 2012 systems.

Known Issues

Microsoft has not identified any known issues with this update at the time of release.

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