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Microsoft: October Windows update may break Smart App Control

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Microsoft: October Windows update may break Smart App Control

Microsoft warned that the October Windows 11 security update (KB5127648) may prevent some users from enabling Smart App Control. The issue affects the feature's activation after the patch is installed.

Why it matters: Organizations deploying October updates to Windows 11 systems may encounter failures when attempting to enable Smart App Control, requiring mitigation or workarounds before broad rollout.

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