14 DAY TRIAL // Microsoft’s most recent updates aimed at Windows 10 devices could cause the infamous Blue Screen of Death error, with the software giant explaining that it’s already working on a fix.
In the meantime, Microsoft says, users hitting the bug and encountering the BSOD need to follow a workaround that is detailed on this page.
“After installing KB5021233, some Windows devices might start up to an error (0xc000021a) with a blue screen. Technical note: After installing KB5021233, there might be a mismatch between the file versions of hidparse.sys in c:/windows/system32 and c:/windows/system32/drivers (assuming Windows is installed to your C: drive), which might cause signature validation to fail when cleanup occurs,” Microsoft says.
All versions of Windows 10 that are still getting support, including version 22H2, which is the most recent release for Windows 10 devices, are hitting the glitch because of the Patch Tuesday update.
No ETA for the full fix just yet
The software giant, however, says users should stick with the recommended workaround and not attempt other fixes because they could eventually break down the computer entirely.
“It is not recommended to follow any other workaround than those recommended above. We do not recommend deleting the hidparse.sys from your Windows\System32 folder. Next steps: We are working on a resolution and will provide an update in an upcoming release,” the software giant says.
Needless to say, if you haven’t already updated your Windows 10 devices, holding back on this important process might be a good idea. On the other hand, the most recent cumulative updates include critical security fixes, so users are forced to make a decision that could eventually backfire, especially because a full fix for the BSOD isn’t yet available.
While Microsoft says it’s already working on this fix, no ETA is available for the time being.