Windows 11 24H2 update KB5044384 fails for many users with installation errors
The Windows 11 KB5044384 update for version 24H2 is failing for many users, often getting stuck at 40% and showing errors like 0x800f0922 and 0x800736b3. Reports indicate that the update process hangs and then rolls back without completing. Some users have successfully downloaded the update but encounter issues during installation. Problems are not limited to specific hardware, affecting various systems, including those with newer processors. Task Manager is also malfunctioning, failing to display the number of running processes. While the update aims to fix critical bugs, users may still experience issues like a black screen when using Alt-Tab. Microsoft is aware of these problems and may release fixes in the future. Users can manually install the update through the Microsoft Update Catalog if needed.