There are at least three issues affecting Windows 11, and Microsoft has acknowledged two so far. Fixes coming soon.
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Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 KB5120998 update may be corrupting cursor settings. The issue appeared after the August 27, 2026, update rollout; there are also reports of wallpapers disappearing, but the company has not yet confirmed this.