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Microsoft Says KB5120998 Windows Update Resets Desktop Settings

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Microsoft has confirmed that desktop settings are lost or reset on some Windows devices after installing the KB5120998 August 2026 preview update.

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Microsoft has confirmed a bug in Windows 11 KB5120998 update that changes the desktop to black background and prevents manual restoration. See details.

Microsoft confirms major KB5120998 issue.

Microsoft has confirmed bugs that reset mouse pointer settings and upload a black background introduced with the update at the end of August.

Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 KB5120998 update may be corrupting cursor settings. The issue appeared after the August 27, 2026, update rollout; there are also reports of wallpapers disappearing, but the company has not yet confirmed this.

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Windows Latest broke the news on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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