Since last Windows Update "task host window is stopping background tasks windows 10" on 4 machines

Anonymous
2022-08-13T20:34:31+00:00

Since last Windows 10 automatic update done on 8 PCs (KB5016616, KB5012170 & KB890830) 4 PCs are now showing "task host window is stopping background tasks" on shutdown.

Does anyone know what caused this?

Thanks

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Windows update

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  1. Anonymous
    2022-08-18T07:20:46+00:00

    I've had the same issue on my Acer Predator desktop. Tried all the fixes detailed above and the issue sometimes goes away for 2-3 sessions then returns. Really annoying.

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  2. Anonymous
    2022-08-18T17:58:28+00:00

    Same issue, tried everything as recommended and even ran half a dozen malware/rootkit/virus tools - nothing detected.

    Issue persists, no resolution. Please if anyone knows reply with your troubleshooting tips.

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  3. Anonymous
    2022-08-18T18:11:43+00:00

    Please those of us experiencing this issue need to make a formal complaint to Microsoft via Feedback hub

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  4. Anonymous
    2022-08-20T02:05:59+00:00

    Same issue since I updated KB5016616. I was worried it was a virus, but I am more reassured now.

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  5. Anonymous
    2022-08-20T03:04:49+00:00

    Yep, I have exactly the same issue.

    For me it is since the two updates - KB5016616 and KB5012170.

    So I don't know if this narrows the culprits down from the 3 updates you mention.

    Hopefully this will be sorted soon. It's irritating.

    Yes, exactly the same issue here. Even uninstalling those updates doesn't fix the problem. Be careful using the "Shutdown Anyway" option as this corrupted my user profile and I had to use system restore to log back into windows! Hope somebody comes up with a proper fix soon...

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