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New Windows 10 KB5005394 emergency update fixes printing issues

Microsoft has released a known printing issue preventing some printers and scanners from working correctly. The issue is caused by hardening changes for CVE-2021-33764. Microsoft is still working to mitigate the issue on all affected Windows versions to re-enable printing and scanning on impacted devices. Affected Windows 10 users are advised to first check if they have the latest drivers and firmware installed for non-compliant and misbehaving printers or scanners. Microsoft also added that affected smart card authenticating devices should work as expected when using username and password authentication.

Source: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/new-windows-10-kb5005394-emergency-update-fixes-printing-issues/

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