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Microsoft has released updates to address critical issues affecting Windows Server systems. An out-of-band update, KB5052819, was issued for Windows Server 2022 to resolve a boot failure that occurred on systems utilizing two or more Non-Uniform Memory Access (NUMA) nodes. This issue primarily impacted enterprise environments where NUMA architecture is implemented to improve system performance. The update aims to restore proper boot functionality for those affected, and is available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.

Additionally, Microsoft has fixed a problem causing Microsoft 365 apps, including Classic Outlook, to crash on Windows Server 2016 and 2019 systems. The crashes, occurring within 15 seconds of startup, were caused by a recent Office update that integrated the React Native framework. The issue affected users on Version 2412 (Build 18324.20168). Microsoft has released an Office Suite update to correct this and is gradually rolling out the fix starting January 16th, 2025 (PST). Those who cannot apply the update immediately were given instructions to revert to Version 2411 (Build 18227.20162) as a temporary workaround.

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References:

• @BleepingComputer - Information on the Outlook crash issue on certain Windows Server platforms and the temporary workaround. - 9d
• www.bleepingcomputer.com - Summary of Microsoft releasing a temporary fix for an Outlook crash issue affecting Windows Server versions. - 9d
• Techzine Global - News article about the Microsoft Office update issue causing Outlook crashes on specific server environments. - 9d
• borncity.com - Microsoft fixes crashing Microsoft 365 (Office) apps (16. Jan. 2025) - 8d

Classification:

• HashTags: WindowsServer Microsoft365 BugFix
• Company: Microsoft
• Target: Windows Server Users
• Product: Windows Server and Office
• Feature: Windows Server and Office Fixe
• Type: ProductUpdate
• Severity: Medium