Microsoft confirms Windows 11 October 2025 Update breaks WinRE (Recovery) input

Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 October 2025 Update Issue

Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 October 2025 Update breaks WinRE (Windows Recovery Environment) input, rendering it useless due to a bug that blocks mouse or keyboard functionality.

This issue, originating from Windows 11 KB5066835, also affects localhost. WinRE is a crucial feature of the OS, allowing users to recover the operating system when Windows refuses to boot or when a BSOD (Blue/Black screen of Death error) occurs.

Microsoft has confirmed the findings, acknowledging the bug's impact on WinRE functionality.

Author's summary: Microsoft confirms Windows 11 update breaks WinRE input.

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