Microsoft fixes Windows 11 bug that disabled mouse and keyboard in Recovery Mode

Microsoft has swiftly responded to a critical issue by releasing an emergency out-of-band update, KB5070773. This urgent patch targets a pesky bug in Windows 11 that rendered USB input devices, such as mice and keyboards, non-functional within the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). The problem arose following the deployment of the KB5066835 security update earlier this month, impacting systems operating on Windows 11 versions 24H2, 25H2, as well as Windows Server 2025. This swift action highlights Microsoft’s commitment to maintaining seamless functionality and user experience across its platforms. […]