Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) Released with Enhanced Security Features
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Microsoft has released Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2), a minor update that enhances security features and support lifecycles. The update is being rolled out gradually and includes improvements in vulnerability detection and AI-assisted secure coding. The update is available through enablement packages for users on Windows 11 24H2, and as a full OS swap for users on Windows 11 23H2. It removes PowerShell 2.0 and WMIC, and introduces Wi-Fi 7 for enterprises. The support lifecycle for Windows 11 25H2 has been reset, extending support for Enterprise and Education editions to 36 months, and for Pro editions to 24 months. Consumer support ends in October 2027.
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30.09.2025 20:58 1 articles · 6h ago
Windows 11 25H2 Released with Enhanced Security Features
Windows 11 25H2, also known as the Windows 11 2025 Update, has been released. This minor update includes improvements in vulnerability detection and AI-assisted secure coding. It is available through enablement packages for Windows 11 24H2 users and as a full OS swap for Windows 11 23H2 users. The update removes PowerShell 2.0 and WMIC, and introduces Wi-Fi 7 for enterprises. The support lifecycle has been reset, with Enterprise and Education editions receiving 36 months of support, and Pro editions receiving 24 months. Consumer support ends in October 2027.
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- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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Windows 11 25H2 is a minor update that shares the same platform as Windows 11 24H2.
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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The update is rolled out using enablement packages (eKB) for Windows 11 24H2 users, which are less than 200KB in size.
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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Windows 11 25H2 includes enhanced vulnerability detection and AI-assisted secure coding.
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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The update removes PowerShell 2.0 and Windows Management Instrumentation command-line (WMIC).
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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Windows 11 25H2 introduces Wi-Fi 7 and allows enterprises to remove select pre-installed Microsoft Store apps via Group Policy.
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58
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The support lifecycle for Windows 11 25H2 has been reset, with Enterprise and Education editions receiving 36 months of support, and Pro editions receiving 24 months. Consumer support ends in October 2027.
First reported: 30.09.2025 20:581 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 2025 Update (25H2) is now available, Here's what's new — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 30.09.2025 20:58