KB5059091: Overview with user sentiment and feedback
Last Updated April 19, 2025
Probability of successful installation and continued operation of the machine
Overview
KB5059091 is an out-of-band update released on April 16, 2025 for Windows 10 and related server versions. This update addresses specific issues with Windows containers running in Hyper-V isolation mode. The update is particularly important for enterprise environments using containerized applications and focuses on improving system file compatibility and container startup reliability.
The update is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to maintain Windows 10 systems before its end-of-support date in October 2025. It includes both quality improvements and specific fixes for container-related issues that were introduced with the 2025.04 B container images release.
General Purpose
The primary purpose of this update is to resolve compatibility issues between Windows containers and their host systems. Specifically, it addresses a critical issue where Windows containers running in Hyper-V isolation mode could fail to start when there was a mismatch between the container's update level and the hosting utility virtual machine (UVM). The update ensures proper system file access from containers to their hosts, significantly improving reliability and compatibility across different Windows versions.
The update also includes the latest servicing stack update (SSU) combined with the latest cumulative update (LCU), which enhances the overall update installation process and system reliability. This combination helps mitigate potential issues during the installation of future updates.
General Sentiment
The general sentiment towards this update appears to be positive, particularly among enterprise users who rely on Windows containers. The update addresses a specific and well-documented issue that was causing container startup failures, providing a clear solution to a known problem.
However, there are some concerns regarding the update's installation process, particularly for systems running certain Citrix components. Organizations using Citrix Session Recording Agent version 2411 may experience installation complications, though Microsoft and Citrix are actively working together to resolve these issues.
Known Issues
- Devices with Citrix Session Recording Agent (SRA) version 2411 may be unable to complete the January 2025 Windows security update installation
- Affected devices might initially download and apply updates correctly but fail during the restart phase
- Error messages may appear during installation indicating "Something didn't go as planned"
- Systems may revert to previously installed Windows updates
- This issue primarily affects organizations using Citrix SRA version 2411 released in December 2024
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