Microsoft warns of Windows update delays due to wrong timestamp

Microsoft advises that an incorrect metadata timestamp is delaying delivery of the June 2025 Windows security updates for devices using quality update deferral policies; admins are urged to use expedited Intune/Autopatch policies or adjust deferral rings to accelerate deployment, with Microsoft confirming the issue affects timing only, not update quality or applicability. The report also highlights recent Windows Update reliability fixes (KB5062324 scan responsiveness, WSUS delivery for Windows 11 24H2, unintended upgrades) and Microsoft’s plan for a unified update orchestration platform.