Patch tracker / KB5095051
KB5095051: Windows Server 2019 Security Update (August 2026)
KB5095051 is a Critical security update for Windows Server 2019, released 2026-08-11. It closes 125 CVEs with a maximum CVSS of 9.8. The most likely of them to be attacked is CVE-2024-49075, which FIRST.org rates at 83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Update summary
Fixes 125 CVEs. Most severe CVSS 9.8 (Critical). EPSS exploit probability up to 54%. Among the top 25% of tracked Microsoft updates by EPSS exploit probability.
Microsoft documents 2 known issues with this update.
- Microsoft Office applications might fail to open from certain third-party apps
- Deleting from Recycle Bin displays an internal file name
KB5095051 is a large July 2026 rollup for Windows 10 Version 1809 and Windows Server 2019, closing 124 CVEs including one rated Critical at CVSS 9.8 with an EPSS of 54 percent, meaning roughly half likelihood of exploitation activity in the near term. No CVE here is on the CISA KEV list or tied to ransomware yet, but that top vulnerability warrants attention on the still widely deployed Server 2019 fleet. The high CVE count in a single update means your patch testing and reboot scheduling both need planning.
Do this: Deploy KB5095051 to your Windows Server 2019 and Windows 10 1809 systems this cycle, prioritizing internet-facing hosts given the CVSS 9.8 vulnerability.
AI-generated from public data, 2026-07-26. Verify against the vendor advisory before acting.
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Full tracking and change history for KB5095051
- Released
- 2026-07-14
- Last changed
- 2026-08-11
- Changes tracked
- 3
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Known issues, from Microsoft
Quoted from Microsoft's support article for KB5095051 (checked 2026-08-11). Verify against the article before acting.
Microsoft Office applications might fail to open from certain third-party apps
Symptoms
Microsoft has received reports of an issue in which certain third-party applications might be unable to launch Microsoft Office applications or open documents after installing the Windows updates released on or after June 9, 2026. This issue affects certain third-party applications that use OLE automation to interact with Microsoft Office applications. In some cases, the Office application or document might fail to open without displaying an error message.
Affected Microsoft Office applications might include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other Microsoft Office applications when launched from within the affected third-party application.
Reports indicate that this issue may affect applications such as CCH Engagement, Workpaper Manager, dental software (such as Dentrix and Softdent), and Zotero; other similar applications might also be impacted.
Third-party information disclaimer
The third-party products listed are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. We make no warranty, implied or otherwise, about the performance or reliability of these products.
Workaround
This issue is resolved in Windows updates released on and after July 14, 2026 such as KB5101649 . We recommend you install the latest Windows update for your device as it contains important improvements and ...
CVEs fixed by this update
Sorted exploited-first, then by CVSS. Every CVE links to its Senserva page with the full risk facts, references, and a ready-to-paste AI prompt.
Scope and sources
- Affected products
- Also released in August 2026
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212 CVEs · Critical · exploitedKB5120229
194 CVEs · Critical · exploitedKB5120233
214 CVEs · Critical · exploitedKB5120238
182 CVEs · Critical · exploitedKB5120240
170 CVEs · Critical · exploitedThe full month, summarized: Microsoft Patch Tuesday.
- Authoritative references
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