Overview

KB5063880 Overview

KB5063880 is a security update released on August 12, 2025, for Windows Server 2022, bringing the OS Build to 20348.4052. This update is part of Microsoft's regular monthly security and quality improvement cycle, containing fixes and improvements from the previous update KB5062572 (released July 8, 2025).

The update addresses specific issues, particularly resolving problems with the Microsoft Changjie IME (input method editor) for Traditional Chinese that were introduced in the previous update. These problems included inability to form or select words, unresponsive spacebar, incorrect word output, and broken candidate window display. The update also includes security vulnerability fixes detailed in the August 2025 Security Updates.

Microsoft reports that there are currently no known issues with this update, suggesting a stable release. The update is delivered through various channels including Windows Update, Windows Update for Business, Microsoft Update Catalog, and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).

General Purpose

KB5063880 Purpose

The primary purpose of KB5063880 is to provide security updates and quality improvements for Windows Server 2022. This update builds upon the previous cumulative update (KB5062572) by addressing specific functionality issues and incorporating the latest security patches.

A key fix in this update resolves problems with the Microsoft Changjie IME for Traditional Chinese that were introduced in the previous update. Users of this input method had experienced several critical issues including inability to form or select words, unresponsive keys, incorrect word output, and display problems with the candidate window. This fix ensures that users working with Traditional Chinese can maintain productivity without input method disruptions.

The update also contains security vulnerability patches as referenced in the August 2025 Security Updates and Security Update Guide, though specific details of these vulnerabilities are not elaborated in the release notes. Additionally, the update includes the latest servicing stack update (SSU) KB5062793 (build 20348.3920), which improves the reliability of the update installation process itself, ensuring that future updates can be installed smoothly. While the update includes AI component updates, these are only applicable to Windows Copilot+ PCs and will not install on standard Windows PCs or Windows Server installations.

General Sentiment

KB5063880 General Sentiment

The general sentiment toward KB5063880 appears to be positive, as it addresses a specific issue with the Microsoft Changjie IME for Traditional Chinese that was introduced in the previous update without introducing any new known issues.

The fact that Microsoft explicitly states there are no known issues with this update is particularly reassuring for system administrators considering deployment. This is significant because updates sometimes introduce new problems while fixing others, but this update seems to be a straightforward improvement.

However, it's worth noting that the sentiment analysis is limited by the available information. The update is quite recent, and there may not yet be widespread community feedback about potential undocumented issues that could emerge after broader deployment. Some IT professionals might still approach with caution, as is standard practice with any server update, preferring to test in non-production environments before full deployment.

The update's inclusion of both security patches and quality improvements makes it an important consideration for maintaining server security posture, especially for organizations that use the affected input method or those concerned about the security vulnerabilities addressed in the August 2025 security updates.

Known Issues

KB5063880 Known Issues

• Microsoft is not currently aware of any issues with this update.

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