Microsoft fixes bug that wiped Windows desktop settings

What happened

Microsoft says the September 2026 Patch Tuesday updates fix a known issue causing desktop settings to be lost or reset on some Windows devices. [...]

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2 reports · 1 original report · 1 independent

1. BleepingComputerPrimary source · Supports · EN · 100%
   Microsoft fixes bug that wiped Windows desktop settings ↗Sep 10, 2026, 4:08 AM
2. BleepingComputerPrimary source · Supports · EN · 48%
   Microsoft Excel KB5002914 update breaks copy and paste for some users ↗Sep 10, 2026, 3:07 PM

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• Microsoft fixes bug that wiped Windows desktop settings Observed

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1. September 10, 2026 at 4:08 AMFirst reported

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