Windows 10: Microsoft Fixes Caching Bug That Caused Unauthorized Driver Updates on Managed Windows Devices

Microsoft has fixed a Windows Update caching issue that caused driver updates to install on managed devices without notification, bypassing policies set to prevent automatic updates.

The problem was acknowledged on June 2 and was confirmed to be resolved in a Wednesday update to the admin center incident report MO1332784.

The issue affected enterprise-managed Windows devices enrolled in Intune and similar management services.

What Caused the Windows Update Caching Bug and How It Hit Managed Devices


Microsoft explained that the problem was caused by a misconfiguration in the Windows Update caching service, which temporarily removed device enrollment information.

Without that data, affected devices were considered not enrolled, preventing the proper application of driver-approval controls. As a result, drivers ended up being installed on devices where administrators had set policies to prevent automatic driver updates.

Microsoft updated the service cache and restored the enrollment status for the affected devices to fix the issue. Windows administrators reported dealing with tens of thousands of devices that unexpectedly received BIOS and driver updates. In many cases, these unplanned updates caused audio or video devices to stop working.

Microsoft confirmed that the drivers installed were Microsoft-approved and signed and did not present a security risk.

However, unsanctioned updates to BIOS and drivers in managed enterprise environments can still lead to stability, compatibility, and support issues, even if the drivers themselves are not malicious.

Microsoft has not disclosed how many organizations or regions were affected.

What Affected Organizations Should Do to Fix Driver and BIOS Problems


Organizations affected by the incident should check their devices for unexpected driver or BIOS updates installed between June 1 and June 4.

Devices experiencing audio or video problems afterward may need a driver rollback to restore normal functioning. To do this, IT administrators can open Device Manager, right-click the affected device, select Update driver, then choose Browse my computer, followed by Let me pick, and select a previous version from the list.

Microsoft has confirmed that the issue is resolved and that the enrollment status for affected devices has been corrected. Policies set to prevent automatic updates should now work as intended.

A Growing Pattern of Windows Update Problems in 2026


This incident is part of an ongoing pattern of problems with Windows Update management. In April, Microsoft fixed a bug that caused systems running Windows Server 2019 and 2022 to upgrade to Windows Server 2025 without any administrator action.

Last month, another issue was addressed where driver updates were installed on Windows 11 devices managed by Autopatch across the European Union, again bypassing administrative policies.

Microsoft explained that it is examining how the caching service dropped enrollment information in order to better detect, prevent, and respond to similar problems in the future.

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I need help with my drivers as they aren't showing up right in Device manager. I have double or triple entries in some of the categories; I have provided a link or file so that you can see what mine looks like. If anyone could direct me in the right path that would be awesome! I think the reason for my mouse studders/issues and also performance issues in the many games that I play is the reason behind these Drivers. Below is a image that I captured with gyazo that lists my devices.

https://gyazo.com/825cc09e1f38ba409bd23bd839c8aa08 <- (Device manager and problems w drivers)

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-When I fix the drivers that I need will the grayed out devices fix themselves/disappear in Device manager? Also, if/when I get my drivers all squared away and updated.. let's say I have some grayed out devices that are still in those sections.. is it OK to uninstall those or not?

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Taskbar bug: switching to another window -will not appear at the front


Follow either of these steps to fix the issue with the Active window hiding behind.

Method 1:
I suggest you to disable window by hovering over it with the mouse and check if it helps. To do so I suggest you to try the below given steps and check if it helps:

1. Press Windows key + X key and click on Control Panel.
2. Select or click Ease of Access.
3. Click or tap onEase of Access Centre.
4. Click on Make the Mouse Easier to Use was uncheck Activate Window by hovering over it with the mouse.
5. Check if issue is resolved.

Method 2:
I would suggest you to completely uninstall the touchpad driver and reinstall it. Kindly follow the below given steps.

1. Press “Windows key + X” and click on “Device Manager”.
2. In the list of devices, you should see the touchpad drivers.
3. Right click on the device and then select "Uninstall".
4. In the uninstall dialog, make sure you select the option to delete the driver package from the system. This causes the driver package installed earlier to be deleted.
5. In the Action menu of Device manager, select “Scan for Hardware changes” option. This will cause the device driver to be reinstalled. Once the driver is installed, close all windows and restart the computer.

 

Taskbar bug: switching to another window -will not appear at the front


I have been trying to fix this for months. Your solution Method 1 seemed to work. THANK YOU!!!!