Emergency Windows 10 patch fixes printing woes
Out-of-band update fixes issue affecting some printers, scanners and multifunction devices
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If yourhome printerhas been acting up lately, you’re in luck asMicrosofthas released an out-of-bandWindows 10update to fix an issue that has been affecting some printers, scanners and multifunction devices.
The update, which has been labeledKB5005394, addresses an issue that has prevented these devices from functioning properly. All of the devices that have been malfunctioning usesmart card authenticationwhich fails to meet certain specifications according to Microsoft.
The software giant provided further details on the situation in asupport documenton its site, saying:
“After installing updates released July 13, 2021 on domain controllers (DCs) in your environment, printers, scanners, and multifunction devices which are not compliant with section 3.2.1 of RFC 4556 spec, might fail to print when using smart-card (PIV) authentication.”
Installing the out-of-band update
The issue affecting some printers, scanners and multifunction devices first appeared after Microsoft released its latest round ofPatch Tuesday updatesforWindows 10earlier this month.
To the company’s credit, it confirmed that the issue was affecting some devices on July 23 and worked promptly to release its new out-of-band update.
Unlike traditional updates which are available through Windows Update, Microsoft Update or Windows Update for Business, Windows users will need to head to theMicrosoft Update Catalogin order to download and install Microsoft’s new KB5005394 out-of-band update.
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Printer issues can be a real hassle for both employeesworking from homeand organizations but thankfully those currently experiencing issues printing from Windows 10 now have a fix.
ViaWindows Central
After working with the TechRadar Pro team for the last several years, Anthony is now the security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and ransomware gangs to the best way to cover your whole home or business with Wi-Fi. When not writing, you can find him tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and upgrading his smart home.
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