Yesterday, Microsoft released a fresh set of security patches for multiple applications and operating systems it offers, including KB5055523 for Windows 11 Version 24H2 and KB5055518 for Windows 10 However, these updates haven't been flawless. While Microsoft has addressed significant security flaws, they've also created issues with compatibility for some older programs.
Windows Latest reports that the The KB5002700 update for Office 2016 —the Windows 10 and Windows 11 versions—are said to be triggering crashes in multiple applications within the suite. Users on Reddit reporting issues where both Word and Excel fail when attempting to generate new documents and spreadsheets. Additionally, opening the calendar section within Outlook leads to crashes in that application as well.
Microsoft hasn’t yet posted anything about the problems on the update’s support page. And given that the software is almost 9 years old now, it may not be a top priority for the company.
If you're still utilizing Office 2016 and encountering these problems, you'll need to await another update from Microsoft—though it’s uncertain when this might happen. As an alternative solution, consider upgrading to either Office 2024 or subscribing to Microsoft 365. For further details, visit their website. picking between Office 2024 and Microsoft 365 in our comparison guide.