Microsoft’s latest Windows update breaks cursors, wallpaper, and more – what to do if you’re affected

Here's what to know about the glitch, and the only action you can take for now.
Windows Report on MSN

Windows 11 KB5124008 fixes mouse cursor & animation issues triggered by KB5120998

Microsoft has fixed Windows 11 mouse cursor and animation issues triggered by the KB5120998 update with KB5124008.
PCMag on MSN

Latest Windows 11 update can cause mouse cursor to glitch

Windows 11 KB5120998 can also turn desktop wallpapers black. Plus, another strange bug says Microsoft Defender Antivirus is off even though it's functioning normally.
borncityOpinion

Are Vibe-Coding and AI-Slop the cause of Windows 11 issues (desktop background, mouse pointer, etc.)?

German]The preview update KB5120998, released by Microsoft on August 27, 202 for Windows 11 24H2–25H2, is causing several ...
BetaNews

Microsoft confirms that KB5120998 update is causing mouse problems in Windows 11

Windows 11 users are experiencing mouse-related issues after installing the KB5120998 update for Windows 11. Microsoft has confirmed that it has received numerous reports of problems with cursor ...