Microsoft hasn’t yet publicly acknowledged the issues, so it’s unclear whether the company is working on a solution. For affected gamers, the developer Embark intends to work on a long-term solution, but has not yet specified a timeframe for resolution. According to Embark, however, it’s possible to prevent further crashes by opening the Windows Command Prompt and entering sc stop inpoutx64. Then enter the command sc delete inpoutx64 and press Enter. Then close the window, go to File Explorer, and navigate to C:\Windows\System32\drivers where you can delete file inpoutx64.sys. In some cases, i
Windows 11's August update is crashing games and causing PC problemsWindows 11 update KB5121003 is the major security update for August, released last week and fixing over 400 security vulnerabilities. However, some users are reporting serious issues after installation, including system crashes, driver issues, login errors, and more. …
Microsoft is tightening security in Windows 11. Starting April 2026, outdated kernel drivers will be phased out—the company's response to a well-known security issue that has plagued Windows for years. …
… The problem is somehow linked to the Intel Innovation Platform Framework drivers. Many Dell computers use this Intel driver for their power management. If there are issues here, this can lead to poor performance, overheating problems, or batteries running flat. …
… The issue primarily affects certain Dell PCs and laptops running an Intel driver for the so-called Intel Innovation Platform Framework Intel IPF —the same machines that were blocked from receiving some Windows updates. …
… Older devices may run into issues The Secure Boot certificate refresh isn't painless for all PCs. …
… End with safe next steps, such as running Windows Update, checking Device Manager for warning icons, checking Windows Security, confirming BitLocker/device encryption, and contacting IT/support for work-managed PCs or VPN/security-tool issues. …
… It was some kind of driver issue, but nothing worked—updating, reinstalling multiple times, changing USB ports, reinstalling the admin software. …
… On your PC, Secure Boot’s security certificates are that “database.” To run at boot, the “ID” digital signature of drivers, software, etc. must have a match within the certificate’s stored info. Some PCs still use older Secure Boot certificates issued in 2011. …
… In most cases, Windows will notify you of the issue—one clue is seeing a blue shield icon on your Taskbar, with either a yellow or red mark on it. Otherwise, open the Windows Security app and then select Device Security. …
… Windows Update has remained a consistent issue, one that users have complained about since the days of Windows 10. Open Windows Update, and who knows what you'll find. A feature update? Perhaps a tweak to your Realtek drivers? A new monthly security update? Chipset drivers? …