Some users running Windows 11 virtual machines are encountering issues with the latest Microsoft May update. Specifically, the update identified as KB5037783, released as part of the Patch Tuesday cycle, is failing to install on certain virtualized environments.
Reports indicate that when attempting to apply this particular update, the installation process does not complete successfully. In some cases, users have reported encountering specific error codes during the failure. The problem seems to be primarily affecting virtual machines, although the exact configuration or virtualization software causing the conflict is still being investigated by the community.
This issue means that affected users cannot benefit from the security patches and improvements included in the May update. While a widespread solution from Microsoft has not yet been detailed, users experiencing the problem are advised to monitor official channels for potential workarounds or future corrective updates. It is important for businesses and individuals relying on Windows 11 VMs to be aware of this potential update installation roadblock.
Source: https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2025/05/29/microsoft_windows_problems/
