2026-04 Security Update (KB5083769) (26200.8246) caused monitor artifacts and boot loops

Two days ago, Windows Update had the update 2026-04 Security Update (KB5083769) (26200.8246) listed for download and installation. As soon as it was installed and the system restarted, I noticed visual artifacts on the screen and was unable to boot into Windows 11 Pro.

After many failed restart attempts, Windows initiated automatic repair and eventually managed to boot normally. However, Windows Update keeps trying to install the same update every time. I paused updates and used the “Show or hide updates” tool to hide this specific update so it would be ignored. Today, I had to repeat the same process again.

Please tell me: Why haven’t you completely withdrawn this update from your servers, given that it is so problematic? At least until the issue is resolved?

And if you cannot remove it entirely, why would a security update interfere with graphics card drivers? From what I’ve read, my case was relatively mild—other users have been locked out of their systems if they had BitLocker enabled and had not backed up their recovery key.

So I ask you: What are you doing to fix this issue?