June 2025 Windows Update – Major Problems and Fixes You Should Know

On June 11, 2025 (UTC), Microsoft released its monthly Windows Update (Patch Tuesday), which unfortunately introduced multiple critical issues across diverse environments.

In this article, we take a detailed look at the major problems reported—such as boot failure, DHCP interruptions, HDR audio loss—and break down their technical causes, impact, temporary workarounds, and what administrators should expect in July.

Trouble After June 2025 Windows Update? Here’s What You Should Know

1. System Fails to Boot – Error Code 0xc0000098

Several users reported that after installing the June patch, their PCs encountered a “0xc0000098” error code and failed to boot normally, landing instead in the Startup Repair screen. This typically indicates corruption in the Boot Configuration Data (BCD), likely triggered by unintended modifications to the bootloader during the update process.

Affected systems included models from Fujitsu, GIGABYTE, and Mouse Computer, with speculation that certain UEFI settings or Secure Boot configurations conflict with the patched components.

🔗 Related article: How to fix 0xc0000098 boot issues

2. DHCP Service Failure – Network Disruptions

Multiple users experienced network instability—IP address acquisition failures, network timeouts, and even complete disconnection. Investigation revealed that the Windows DHCP Client service either stopped unexpectedly or delayed significantly following installation.

This has been linked to both the June Cumulative Update (KB5060842) and earlier Preview releases.

🔗 Related article: KB5060842 DHCP fix and workarounds

3. HDR Display with No Audio Output

Users with Dolby Vision or other HDR-capable monitors reported a strange issue: when HDR mode is enabled, audio output stops working entirely. The problem appears to stem from a conflict between audio drivers and updated HDR rendering processes introduced in June’s update.

A temporary fix is to disable HDR or reconfigure audio device settings.

🔗 Related article: Fixing no audio in HDR mode on Windows 11

4. Preview Build KB5060533 – BSOD and App Freezes

The June preview update (KB5060533) caused blue screens of death (BSOD) and application freezes in certain configurations. As an optional release typically installed manually, preview builds can introduce instability—highlighting that users should proceed with caution.

🔗 Related article: KB5060533 BIOS/boot-related error fix

5. File Explorer Slows Down After 24H2 Update

Post-update reports indicated that File Explorer operations became sluggish, with noticeable lag in navigation, context menu rendering, and file interactions. This issue seems tied to compatibility conflicts with the Windows 11 24H2 feature update.

🔗 Related article: Resolving File Explorer slowdown after update

6. What to Expect in July’s Patch

Microsoft, in collaboration with OEMs like Fujitsu and GIGABYTE, is actively investigating these issues. It is highly likely that the July 9, 2025 Patch Tuesday release will include fixes targeting the most critical problems: boot failure, network outages, and HDR audio loss.

7. Why Patch Tuesdays Still Cause Breakages

Windows Update bundles dozens of patches each month, ranging from security to drivers and firmware components. With Windows 11 24H2 rollout and extended support lifecycles underway, test environments struggle to emulate all OEM customizations, increasing the risk of unforeseen issues.

8. Proactive Steps for Engineers & IT Staff

✔ Always create a full backup before Patch Tuesday.
✔ Implement a dual-deployment strategy: one group installs updates immediately, another delays to catch alarming reports.
✔ Enable System Restore, Recovery Environment, and Safe Mode entry as a precaution.

Also, monitor Microsoft’s official Windows Release Health Dashboard for real-time status and known issue advisories.

9. Bridging the Information Gap

Microsoft cannot test every hardware combination worldwide, which sometimes leaves gaps where user-reported issues go unrecognized officially. This highlights the importance of community-driven advisors—blogs, Q&A forums, and tech boards often surface solutions faster than global corporate channels.

10. Trusted Information Channels

Engineer-focused platforms like Microsoft Q&A and Reddit’s r/Windows11 frequently offer rapid, peer‑reviewed insights. On top of that, blogs like ours consistently publish real‑world examples, test results, and step‑by‑step mitigations that you can bookmark for emergencies.

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Closing Thoughts:
While Windows Update greatly enhances security and functionality, the trade-off is occasional instability—especially during major transitions like 24H2 or extended support phases. Whether you choose immediate installation or delay deployment, having tested rollback strategies in place is essential.

We aim to continue delivering in‑depth troubleshooting guides, real‑world tests, and proactive strategies. Bookmark this guide and return at the next Patch Tuesday to stay one step ahead in managing Windows

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