Windows Update (KB5048685) showing Download error - 0x80248007

Shivansh Patel 0 Reputation points
2025-01-07T03:43:56.2233333+00:00

I have been trying to download this update 2024-12 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 23H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5048685) for the last 3 days, and tried many ways but none of them have been able to solve this issue. Please help me fix this ASAP, Thank You.

Update Name: 2024-12 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 23H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5048685)

Error: Download error - 0x80248007

Edit: The problem has now been solved. I was prompted to install Windows 11 repair version after trying to install the update multiple times and now everything is seamlessly working.

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-01-08T08:27:19.07+00:00

    Hello

    Thank you for posting in Q&A forum.

    Here are some steps you can follow to troubleshoot this issue:

    1. Reset Windows Update Components:

    • Open Command Prompt as an administrator. Run the following commands one by one:

    net stop wuauserv

    net stop cryptSvc

    net stop bits

    net stop msiserver

    ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old

    ren C:\Windows\System32\catroot2 Catroot2.old

    net start wuauserv

    net start cryptSvc

    net start bits

    net start msiserver

    • Restart your computer and try updating again.

    1. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter:

    Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters. Select Windows Update and run the troubleshooter.

    1. Perform an SFC and DISM Scan:

    • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.Run the following commands one by one:

    sfc /scannow

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

    • Restart your computer and try updating again.

    1. Manually Download and Install the Update:

    • Visit the Microsoft Update Catalog

    • Search for the update KB5048685 and download the appropriate version for your system.

    • Install the update manually.

    1. Check for Pending Updates:

    • Sometimes, other pending updates can cause issues. Make sure all other updates are installed before trying to install KB5048685.

    I hope the information above is helpful.

    If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to let us know.

    Best Regards,

    Daisy Zhou

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