Resolving Windows Update Error 80072EFD with the latest patch KB4522015

Fix for Windows Error 80072EFD summary

KB4522015 updates various components of Windows 10, addressing several security vulnerabilities and performance improvements. This update includes security fixes for Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, ChakraCore, Windows App SDK, Windows Graphics, Windows Media, Windows Kernel, Windows Cryptography, Windows Shell, and many others to help protect devices from the latest threats. Additionally, it resolves issues related to application compatibility, reliability, and system stability.

KB4522015 update description – what is patched for Error 80072EFD

KB4522015 addresses multiple security vulnerabilities across various Microsoft products and components in Windows 10. Specifically, this update includes fixes for Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer to address several remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to take control of an affected system if a user opens a specially crafted web page or file using these browsers. Furthermore, the update resolves vulnerabilities in ChakraCore JavaScript engine which can also lead to RCE attacks by persuading users to execute malicious scripts. Windows App SDK and Graphics components are updated for enhanced security against arbitrary code execution threats. The cumulative update enhances the protection mechanism of cryptography services by addressing potential information disclosure risks that could arise from improper handling of encrypted data. Additionally, it resolves issues with Windows Shell and media components that might allow elevation of privilege attacks under certain conditions.

Howto install KB4522015

  1. Ensure your computer meets the system requirements for KB4522015.
  2. Download the update from the Microsoft Update Catalog if not automatically available via Windows Update.
  3. Open Settings, navigate to Update & Security.
  4. Select Windows Update and click on Check for updates. Install any available updates, including the latest cumulative update for your system.
  5. To install using a downloaded file from Microsoft Update Catalog, run the downloaded .exe installer after downloading it. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.
  6. If you are an administrator and need to deploy this update across multiple devices within an organization, use Group Policy or System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
  7. After installing KB4522015, restart your computer if prompted during the installation process.

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