Cannot Uninstall KB5055523?

Hi all. I want to uninstall this update, but if I do, it's back when I reboot. This is because of BSOD's (why I want to uninstall the update).

Is there another way to uninstall so it will not be there when I reboot? I have paused Windows Update for a few weeks.

Thanks!

Do you have an older backup?

Scannerman said:

Do you have an older backup?

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Yes. But I would like to not have to roll back as it's inconvenient.

Some updates can't be uninstalled (see photo) so it may be you have to suffer the inconvenience of rolling back to stop the BSODs.
On my HP device there are only two updates that I am able to uninstall.

KB5055523 contains thousands of system files. The BSOD might be caused by a corrupt install of the update. It might be worth checking the integrity of the Component Store and system files to see if any corruption exists. This might prevent the need to remove the update.

There is a known BSOD (and workaround) caused by this update with with error code 0x18B indicating a SECURE_KERNEL_ERROR - is this your BSOD?

Yes, that is the BSOD. What exactly is the workaround?

OK. I found this - Windows 11’s April update is triggering BSODs for no reason, and the only fix is to wait

So all I can do is wait, it seems.

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Yes, that is the BSOD. What exactly is the workaround?

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Essentially, the workaround is to wait for MS to fix the issue.

I managed to fix the problem by running the stand alone from the Windows Catalog however I was more prepared to do this as that particular Windows 11 installation was a fresh install, only a couple of weeks old and the board is still on the test bench. The only significant data that was lost were the driver updates. This "fix" was due to a recommendation on one of Microsoft's web pages that I should set my BIOS to default settings before installing. As a result of doing so I lost my native TPM settings and had to reset PTT because the trouble shooter diagnosed my system as not compatible for not having TPM2. Once the settings were switched back it took the stand alone version without a hitch but I also had to update all the drivers. Perhaps running DISM might be a more practical approach. In my case I had little to lose.

Glad you've got it resolved!

Kennabytes said:

Glad you've got it resolved!

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Yeah, I don't know if it is much help to the OP though because as far as I can tell the end result didn't strike me as anything that different from a fresh Win11 install with the new update successfully completed.

Perhaps something useful can be gleaned from this link?

Windows Update KB5055523 does not install after repair upgrade

Hello, been experiencing an issue where KB5055523 would not install on my current PC. Troubleshooting: Windows Update troubleshooter will not run Ran DISM No errors with SFC Performed in place upgrade repair earlier Logs provided was after downloading the update manually. CBS log is attached...

www.elevenforum.com

My mistake. I read "I managed to fix the problem..." and didn't notice that the reply was not from the OP. Must get my eyes checked!

Will this appear as an update, or is it done in the background? Will it bump up my build number?

swerd said:

Will this appear as an update, or is it done in the background? Will it bump up my build number?

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Both good questions. For me, Windows kept nagging me to complete the repair. Once it installs you may need to reboot.
If I weren't so lazy, I'd attempt an installation on my AMD X570 Asus HERO which patiently sits beside me, dormant, and missing RAM.
Going over your specs I'd venture that we have very similar gaming rigs. Alas, I'm a terrible gamer so this isn't a priority for me.

Every PC is different. So I honestly cannot say when you would be requiring a restart on a successful repair. For me, the repair kinda sorta took place with Windows open BUT I would venture that you should get this update because your PC is fairly new and has TPM2. My issue with this update was TPM2 related and just about everyone in this forum likely knows my sentiments regarding TPM2. In fact, the reason my RYZEN build is down and out is due to Windows rejecting the Windows 11 Ready system board. I'm getting rather used to Windows rejecting Windows 11 Ready platforms.

I was told to get a TPM2 module for this issue but I already have native onboard TPM2 on the HERO X570. I should not have to do that and you shouldn't either. Because of my recent experience with this update and the repair pointing to TPM2 on my Intel platform I'm tempted to suggest trying what I did: Set the BIOS to the defaults. Now this is a pain because afterwards you will have to put everything back the way it was in your UEFI. In my case it was the only way I could get my system to take the repair. Once the repair is made you can run the Windows Update Troubleshooter. It will tell you that your PC doesn't have TPM2 at which point you go back into your BIOS and restore your settings. Perhaps if you have a profile to fall back on it will be easier but I don't guarantee it. After you re-enable TPM2 your system will accept the update. Mind, this is on an Intel platform so it could be different in your case.

Is this issue TPM2 related? A: It's hard to say. I was advised to set my "BIOS" to default. In a round about way that seemed to help. If the issue is TPM2 related then it only further substantiates my personal position on TPM2. That is, the Consortium should give it up. They've had 12 years to make it work right and it continually breaks. I haven't checked to see if my Windows 7 Ultimate still works on the X299 build anymore. TPM2 makes dual booting tough.

As for bumping up your build number, I didn't check to see if I had a new build # or not but it sure behaved like it was giving me a new version. I can only say that I'm glad I didn't have to do this after I installed my apps. Alas, Co-Pilot is back again and I'll have to tweak everything all over again.

KB5055523 is causing people a lot of trouble so it probably won't be long until a proper fix for it is out. Perhaps just waiting is best.​

I've never been offered KB5055523. Is it my configuration?

TraderGary said:

I've never been offered KB5055523. Is it my configuration?

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Perhaps you already have it? On some PCs it installs readily without issue.

Scannerman said:

Perhaps you already have it? On some PCs it installs readily without issue.

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There is no entry for it in my Windows Update History.

TraderGary said:

There is no entry for it in my Windows Update History.

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Now that is interesting. I did get KB5055523, Microsoft sent it twice actually, and after the second install, I noticed (perhaps coincidentally) that my RAM usage peaked at 99% until I rebooted, then it would start all over again. I narrowed it down to Phone Link and even Co-Pilot agreed with me after I described all the sleuthing I did.

Now I don't know if it was the update, or the Phone Link app that is ultimately the faulty party, but after disabling the app, my RAM hums quite happily around 25-30%. Not to mention, I won't be bothered by drive-by unsolicited texting by foreign beauties who keep texting me "Hi" on the Phone Link app.