Fix Can’t Install Cumulative Update KB5008212 in Windows 10

A bundle of updates containing multiple new and previously related updates is known as a Cumulative Update (CU). But unfortunately, several users face can’t install Cumulative Update KB5008212, or the download process is stuck at 0% or 99% issues. If you are also facing the same problem, we are here to help you out with the annoying problem. This guide will help you fix this error on your Windows 10 PC. Here we go!

How to Fix Can’t Install Cumulative Update KB5008212 in Windows 10

If you cannot install Cumulative Update KB5008212 or if you face any struggles during the process, here are some culprits causing the problem. Analyze the reasons listed below to pick and follow the troubleshooting methods accordingly.

• A few essential services, like Windows Update and Background Intelligent Transfer service, are disabled on your Windows 10 PC.
• Windows Update components are corrupt or incompatible.
• Presence of corrupt or incompatible system files.
• Any recent update prevents the new update from being installed on the PC.
• Antivirus or Windows Defender Firewall prevents the downloading process.

Now, move ahead to the next section to troubleshoot this Update KB5008212 error on your Windows 10 PC. The Windows 10 KB5008212 Cumulative Update was released on 14^th December 2021 for Windows 10 2004, v20H2, v21H1, and v21H2.

• This is a security update to fix some security bugs reported in the previous batch.
• In addition, this Cumulative Update fixes other patch-related problems in your Windows 10 computer.
• Microsoft suggests its users update their systems (whenever the latest version is available) to prevent errors and problems.

In this section, we have compiled a list of methods to fix the Cumulative Update KB5008212 error. Analyze them deeply and follow the methods in the same order to attain perfect results.

You are advised to create a system restore point to restore your system to its previous version if something goes wrong.

Method 1: Boot PC in Safe Mode

Any third-party software or application on your Windows 10 PC might interfere with the download process and thus contribute to the Cumulative Update KB5008212 error. Boot your computer in safe mode to identify any conflicts with third-party programs. Follow our guide to Perform Clean boot in Windows 10, and implement the same steps as instructed.

Once you have booted your computer in safe mode, check if you can install the cumulative updates. If so, uninstall any of the latest programs or applications you have added to your computer.

Method 2: Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

If there are any corrupt Windows update components on your PC, you cannot install any new updates. To fix buggy update components in your computer, use the Windows 10 built-in tool. Running the Windows Update built-in troubleshooter tool will fix network connectivity issues, corrupt Windows Update components, and invalid registry keys in your computer that contribute to the can’t install Cumulative Update KB5008212 error. Follow the steps instructed in our guide to Run Windows Update Troubleshooter.

Perform as demonstrated and thereby resolve the problems identified by the troubleshooter.

Method 3: Restart Essential Windows Services

A few essential Windows services like Windows Update and Background Intelligent Transfer services must be enabled on your computer to avoid any update issues. If these services are disabled in your system, you are more likely to face the cannot install Cumulative Update KB5008212 error. Hence, restart essential Windows services as instructed below.

1. Press the Windows key, type Services and click on Run as administrator.

2. Now, scroll down and double-click on Background Intelligent Transfer Service.

3. Now, select the Startup type to Automatic, as depicted.

Note: If the Service status is Stopped, then click on the Start button. If the Service status is Running, click on Stop and start it again.

4. Click on Apply > OK to save the changes.

5. Repeat all these steps for other Windows services like Cryptographic Services, MSI Installer, and Windows Update Services.

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Method 4: Repair System Files

Sometimes, a few of your system files can be corrupt for several reasons, like malware attack, improper shutdown, incomplete Windows update installations, etc. These corrupt files will not let you install any new updates on your computer. Hence if you face this error, you are advised to repair these corrupt files essentially. Luckily, your Windows 10 PC has inbuilt repair tools like SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management). Read our guide on How to Repair System Files on Windows 10 and follow the steps as instructed to repair all your corrupt files.

Method 5: Delete Software Distribution Folder

If you are sure Windows Update services are running and still can’t install cumulative updates, there is another simple workaround to fix update problems. First, stop the Windows Update service and delete the Software Distribution folder in your File Explorer. Then, again start Windows Update services. Follow as instructed below.

1. Open the Services window as an administrator as you did in Method 3.

2. Now, scroll down the screen and right-click on Windows Update.

3A. If the Status is not set to Running, skip to Step 4.

3B. If the Status is Running, click on Stop as shown.

5. Open the File Explorer by clicking Windows + E keys simultaneously.

6. Now, navigate to the following path.

C:WindowsSoftwareDistributionDataStore

7. Now, press Ctrl + A keys simultaneously to select all the files.

8. Right-click on them and click on the Delete option.

9. Similarly, navigate to the given path.

 C:WindowsSoftwareDistributionDownload.

10. Select all the files and folders by pressing Ctrl + A keys.

11. Right-click on them and select delete.

12. Again, switch to the Services window, right-click on Windows Update, and select the Start option.

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Method 6: Disable Antivirus Temporarily

Your antivirus program may mistakenly prevent any new latest updates from being installed on your PC. They are difficult to tolerate and rectify. Antivirus software like Norton and Avast may prevent any latest Windows update, and you are advised to temporarily disable any inbuilt or third-party antivirus software to resolve the same. Read our guide on How to Disable Antivirus Temporarily on Windows 10 and follow the instructions to disable your Antivirus program temporarily on your PC.

After installing cumulative updates on your Windows 10 PC, make sure to re-enable the antivirus program since a system without a security suite is always a threat.

Method 7: Use Google DNS

A Domain Name System (DNS) is essential to establish an internet connection. Sometimes, DNS addresses supplied by your Internet Service Provider might be very slow and so you can’t install Cumulative Update KB5008212 error on your Windows 10 PC. Google DNS has 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 IP addresses that are simple and easy to remember to establish a secure DNS connection between the client and the server.

Here is our simple guide on How to change DNS settings in Windows 10 that will help you change your DNS addresses on your computer. You can also switch to any Open DNS or Google DNS on your Windows 10 computer by following our guide on How to Switch to OpenDNS or Google DNS on Windows. Follow as instructed and check if you can install cumulative updates on your PC.

Method 8: Uninstall Recent Updates

Any previous incompatible updates on your Windows 10 PC might not allow new updates to be downloaded. Hence, you are advised to uninstall the recent updates installed on your computer to resolve the cannot install Cumulative Update KB5008212 error. It is very easy to do the task, and the steps are demonstrated as follows.

1. Hit the Windows key and type Control Panel. Then, click on Open as shown.

2. Set the View by as Category.

3. Now, click on Uninstall a program option under the Programs menu as depicted.

4. Click on View installed updates in the left pane as shown.

5. Now, search and select the most recent update by referring to Installed On the date and clicking on Uninstall option as shown below.

6. Finally, confirm any prompt and restart your PC.

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Method 9: Reset Windows Update Components

To maintain the legitimacy of your Windows 10 PC, you must make sure there are no corrupt components in it. All the Windows update files are stored on your computer, and if they are corrupt or incompatible, you will face several frustrating problems. To fix the corrupt Windows Update components in your computer, follow our guide on How to Reset Windows Update Components on Windows 10.

This simple process involves running a set of commands in the command prompt so that all the essential Windows services are restarted on your Windows 10 PC. After executing all the commands, check if you can install Cumulative Updates.

Method 10: Manually Install Updates

If all other solutions mentioned above in this guide fail to work for you, you can still manually download Cumulative Update KB5008212. The Windows 10 update history webpage has all the history of updates released for your Windows computer. Follow the below-listed instructions to install KB5008212 updates forcefully.

1. Press and hold Windows + I keys simultaneously to open Settings in your system.

2. Now, click on Update & Security.

3. Now, select the View update history option as highlighted below.

4. In the list, make sure the KB number (KB5008212) is pending to be downloaded due to conflicting errors.

5. Here, type the KB number in the Microsoft Update Catalog search bar.

6. Finally, click on Download corresponding to your latest KB5008212 update and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

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Method 11: Use Media Creation Tool

If you can’t install Cumulative Update KB5008212 manually, you can try installing it using the Media Creation Tool. This is the official download platform recommended by Microsoft to fix any update errors on your Windows 10 PC. Follow the below-mentioned steps to do the same.

1. Open any browser and launch the official download page of the Media Creation tool. 

2. Now, click on the Download tool now button under Create Windows 10 installation media.

3. Click on the setup file to run the installer and click on Yes in the User Account Control (UAC) prompt, if any.

4. Now, click on the Accept button in the Windows 10 Setup window as shown.

5. Wait for the scanning process to be complete, select the Upgrade this PC now option, and click on the Next button.

6. Wait until the Windows ISO is downloaded to your PC and click on Accept.

Note: You have to wait until all the pending updates on your computer are installed on your PC so the Media Creation Tool can update your Operating System to the most recent version.

7. Finally, click on Install to complete the process.

Method 12: Perform System Restore

If you are not satisfied with any of these methods, the only option left is to restore your computer to its previous version. To do so, follow our guide on How to use System Restore on Windows 10 and implement the instructions as demonstrated. In the end, your computer will be restored to a previous state where it does not face any errors at all.

After restoring your Windows 10 PC, check if you can install Cumulative Update KB5008212.

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Method 13: Reset PC

Still, if you face this issue on your Windows 10 PC, the last choice is to reinstall the system files. This is possible by a process called Clean install. It wipes out the previous Operating System, the data stored in programs, settings, and all of your personal files. And a fresh OS will be installed with all the updates installed. Yet, you can reset Windows 10 without losing any data. Follow our guide on How to Reset Windows 10 Without Losing Data to do so.

Once you have repair installed on your PC, your Operating System will be updated to its latest version.

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