The recent Windows 11 security update didn't cause those SSD failures , according to Microsoft (via BleepingComputer ). But the root cause is still unknown.

Users began reporting their SSDs and HDDs getting bricked soon after installing a Windows update (KB5063878), released by Microsoft on Aug. 12 . The issue was first noticed by Japanese users who reported failed and corrupted drives when working with large files or lots of files on SSDs that were over 60 percent full and had the new update installed. Users reported problems with SSD drives from brands including Corsair, Phison, Fikwot, Maxio, and others .

Microsoft investigated the issue and said they were unable to reproduce the issue, finding no link between between the Windows 11 update and the bricked drives. "After t

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