August Security update is now available for all versions of Windows 11 and 10. In this post, we will look into the patch update, KB5029253 coming to Windows 11 version 21h2, what new features it holds, and ways to upgrade to its OS Build version i.e. 22000.2295.
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How to Get this Update
As usual, you will receive a notification regarding this security update inside Windows Update. If you didn’t find any new prompt mentioning this cumulative update KB5029253, you may go to Settings > Windows Update, and hit Check for updates.
The system will connect to Microsoft servers online and check if there are any pending updates for your device. If it does find any update, the same will be downloaded and installed on your Windows 11 21h2 PC.
Direct Download Links to Windows 11 KB5029253
If you have disabled auto-update feature on your Windows 11 version 21h2, you may visit Microsoft’s Official site and download the relevant standalone package. Just make sure to download the update matching your system architecture.
Here’s the direct download links to both architectures i.e. ARM64 and 64-bit OS –
Windows 11 21H2 KB5029253 Changelog
Since this is a security update, you won’t find any new fix or improvement apart from improving the security of all Microsoft services and Windows components.
- This update makes miscellaneous security improvements to internal OS functionality. No additional issues were documented for this release.
Microsoft didn’t acknowledge of any known issues with this patch update.
How long will I receive security updates for Windows 11 21h2?
According to Microsoft, some editions of Windows 11, version 21h2 will reach end of service by October 10, 2023. The list includes editions Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstation.
If you are on this version of Windows 11, we suggest upgrading to Windows 11 version 22h2. By doing so, your device will continue to receive monthly security and quality updates. Second Tuesday Patch updates contain protections from the latest security threats. So, you shouldn’t compromise your system with this.
