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Microsoft issues emergency Windows fix

A Windows 11 update broke shutdowns, here’s what you should do

Microsoft ’s first Windows 11 security update of 2026 caused two nasty failures, some PCs couldn’t finish a shutdown, and some users couldn’t sign in over Remote Desktop.

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Microsoft Issues Emergency Fix After Some Windows 11 Systems Can’t Shut Down

Cannot shut down Windows 11? Microsoft acknowledges issue, releases the fix

All About Microsoft's Emergency Update For Windows 11 Shutdown Bug

Microsoft has released an emergency update to address issues caused by its January 2026 security patch, which triggered bugs such as preventing systems from shutting down.

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Windows 11 Users Face ‘Shut Down’ Disaster: Microsoft Assures Fix On The Way

Microsoft scrambles to fix Windows 11 after security update causes unexpected failures

2026’s first Windows 11 update is causing more problems now, as Microsoft enters damage control mode

After Windows 11 January 2026 update, we're seeing reports of other issues, including a sleep problem (S3), and more.

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Windows 11 23H2: Problems with Sleep and Shutdown after January Patch Day

Microsoft has now admitted that the January security updates for Windows 11 23H2 can interfere with sleep mode and shutdown.