Microsoft fixes bug that wiped Windows desktop settings
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Microsoft confirmed that the August 27, 2026 preview update (KB5120998) caused desktop settings to fail to load—resulting in black wallpapers and reset mouse settings—on some Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 devices; the company released a fix in the September 8, 2026 cumulative update (KB5124008) and advised users to install the latest updates.
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