{"id":11210,"date":"2026-01-16T16:00:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cheapwindowsvps.com\/blog\/windows-11-january-2026-update-consumer-fixes-and-key-updates-for-enterprises-with-kb5073379-and-kb5073450\/"},"modified":"2026-01-16T16:00:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:00:51","slug":"windows-11-january-2026-update-consumer-fixes-and-key-updates-for-enterprises-with-kb5073379-and-kb5073450","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/cheapwindowsvps.com\/blog\/windows-11-january-2026-update-consumer-fixes-and-key-updates-for-enterprises-with-kb5073379-and-kb5073450\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows 11 January 2026 Update: Consumer Fixes and Key Updates for Enterprises with KB5073379 and KB5073450"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Windows 11&#8217;s January 2026 Update has begun rolling out, marking a significant update for versions 25H2, 24H2, and 23H2, along with Windows Server 2025 and 2023. While this month&#8217;s security update focuses on fixes rather than new features, it brings a host of security enhancements.<\/p>\n<p>The January 2026 Patch Tuesday includes over 114 security fixes and addresses three zero-day vulnerabilities, contributing to overall system security. An overview of the notable vulnerabilities fixed includes critical remote code execution and privilege elevation issues.<\/p>\n<h3>Details of January 2026 Patch Updates<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Windows Version<\/th>\n<th>OS Build<\/th>\n<th>Release Date<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows Server 2025<\/td>\n<td>Build 26100.32230<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows Server 2023<\/td>\n<td>Build 25398.2092<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows 11 25H2<\/td>\n<td>Build 26200.7623<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows 11 24H2<\/td>\n<td>Build 26100.7623<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows 11 23H2<\/td>\n<td>Build 22631.6491<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Windows 10 ESU<\/td>\n<td>Build 19045.6809<\/td>\n<td>January 13, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>To update, users can navigate to <strong>Settings &gt; Windows Update<\/strong> and check for updates. For manual installation, the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.catalog.update.microsoft.com\/\">Microsoft Update Catalog<\/a> offers offline installers using the relevant KB numbers.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Updates in Windows Server<\/h3>\n<p>The update for Windows Server includes changes in driver management, with older modem drivers being removed. New certificates have been introduced to enhance Secure Boot protocol reliability.<\/p>\n<h3>Updates in Windows 11<\/h3>\n<p>The Windows 11 update further introduces new features like a revitalized Start menu with a categories layout, which simplifies access to applications. It also offers a new \u2018Advanced Settings\u2019 page, previously labeled \u2018For Developers\u2019, allowing users to engage advanced features within File Explorer.<\/p>\n<p>Other notable enhancements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Expanded dark mode functionality in File Explorer.<\/li>\n<li>A new recommended section for File Explorer&#8217;s user interface.<\/li>\n<li>Improvements in keyboard backlighting and stylus feedback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Known Issues<\/h3>\n<p>One known issue in both Windows 10 and 11 involves Remote Desktop connections that may fail, primarily affecting Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365. Microsoft is working on a solution for this problem.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, the January 2026 update hones in on security improvements while also rolling out some user interface changes, emphasizing Microsoft&#8217;s commitment to enhancing the user experience and system protection.<\/p>\n<p>For more detailed insight on the update, visit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windowslatest.com\/2026\/01\/15\/windows-11-january-2026-update-mostly-fixes-for-consumers-as-windows-server-kb5073379-kb5073450-ships-for-enterprises\/\">Windows 11 January 2026 Update<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windowslatest.com\/2026\/01\/14\/windows-10-kb5073724-is-january-2026s-extended-security-update-esu-and-it-removes-old-modem-drivers\/\">Windows 10 KB5073724 Update<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Stay updated by regularly checking Windows updates and patch notes for ongoing improvements and security fixes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Windows 11&#8217;s January 2026 Update has begun rolling out, marking a significant update for versions 25H2, 24H2, and 23H2, along with Windows Server 2025 and 2023. 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