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Published onFebruary 11, 2020

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The second round of major updates for the year 2020 are here, and they are called theFebruary Patch Tuesday updates. As always, this round of updates targets all major versions ofWindows 10.

However, one thing worth mentioning is that despite reaching theend of its life back in January, this round of updates also comes with some small changes to Windows 7 as well.

The February security release consists of security updates for the following software:

Cumulative updates included in February Patch Tuesday Updates

Cumulative updates included in February Patch Tuesday Updates

Windows 10, version 1909

As usual,Windows 10, version 1909 and versions 1903  share a common core operating system and an identical set of system files. As a result, all major changes that apply to one version will be present in the other.

As far as issues are concerned, there is nothing worth mentioning out yet.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1903

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Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1809

This cumulative update applies to Windows 10 version 1803 and bumps the OS Build to 17763.1039. Besides the other fixes, one notable new feature is that this release also contains updates for Microsoft HoloLens (OS Build 17763.1039) released on February 11, 2020.

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Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1803

One noticeable feature of this cumulative update is that it marks the end of service for theWindows 10Home and Pro editions. Thus, you should expect a new ste of updates in the near future that will force you to update to the next supported version available.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1709

Windows 10, version 1709, reached the end of service on April 9, 2019, for devices runningWindows 10Home, Pro, Pro for Workstation, and IoT Core editions. This means that the devices running this version will no longer receive monthlysecurityand quality updates.

If you do wish to continue receiving added protection, Microsoft recommends that you update to the latest version ofWindows 10.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1703

Windows 10, version 1703 has reached end of service for all editions. If you want to continue receiving security and quality updates, Microsoft recommends updating to the latest version ofWindows 10.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1607

Windows 10, version 1607, reached the end of service on April 10, 2019, for devices runningWindows 10Home, Pro, Pro for Workstation, and IoT Core editions. This means that the devices running this version will no longer receive monthlysecurityand quality updates.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Windows 10, version 1507

Among all of the cumulative updates released this Patch Tuesday, this is the only KB to include a fix for an issue that would affect the implementation of aGroup Policy

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Improvements and fixes

Known Issues

Patch Tuesday list of CVEs

If you want to learn more about this month’s list of common vulnerabilities and exposures, you can check out the list below. Keep in mind that this is not the full list. If you want to know about this month’s 99 CVE, you can check outthis article.

How do I get the latest updates?

The most common and secure method of installing the updates is viaWindows 10‘s Windows Update feature. The latest updates should appear as available there as soon as they are released.

However, if you are only interested in a specific update, then all you need to do is visit the Windows Update Catalog, and enter the specific KB number. The download should start immediately, and you can then manually install the updates that you desire.

Other viable sources for updates include:

Note:Don’t forget to alwayshave a backup of all of your databefore performing a big set of updates like the ones onPatch Tuesday.

Editor’s Note:If you want to know everything there is to know on Patch Tuesday, check out thisin-depth guide.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.

She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.

Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.

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Madalina Dinita

Networking & Security Specialist

Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.