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Microsoft has patched a record 570 Windows security flaws for July.
The flaws include three zero-days, two of which have been exploited.
The update also enhances key features like File Explorer and Bluetooth.
The second Tuesday of the month marks Patch Tuesday, when Microsoft squashes a slew of security bugs in Windows. But July boasts a new record for the most bugs patched, so this is one update you'll want to install ASAP.
The updates are available for Windows 11 25H2/24H2 and 23H2, as well as for Windows 10 (assuming you're enrolled in the free Extended Security Update program). I have a couple of virtual machines running Windows 10, which I keep patched via the ESU.
As usual, July's Patch Tuesday updates are mandatory, which means they download and install automatically. All you need to do is reboot your PC for the update to take effect.
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