Windows 11's KB5051987 update is causing users problems with File Explorer and, in rare cases, breaking the operating system entirely.

The February patch KB5051987 for Windows 11 is causing problems for users. Some can't download it properly, for others the file explorer no longer responds to entries. Here's what you can do.

But that appears to be what's happening, as the latest Windows 11 24H2 update ( KB5051987) is reportedly causing major issues with File Explorer (via Windows Latest) and other software. This is notable because Microsoft has been trying to encourage people to upgrade to Windows 11 and the current 24H2 iteration in recent months.