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Uninstall a Windows Update (KB) with wusa

Roll back a problematic Windows update from the command line using the Windows Update Standalone Installer.

WindowsupdatessystemcmdLow risk
Run `wusa /uninstall /KB:5031354 /norestart` (replace the KB number) to remove that update from the command line.

01Command

Command
$ wusa /uninstall /KB:5031354 /norestart

02What it does

When an update causes crashes or compatibility trouble, wusa.exe can remove it without clicking through Settings and Update History. Add /quiet for a silent uninstall. Not every patch can be removed this way — permanent and servicing-stack updates typically cannot be uninstalled.

03Risk

RiskLow risk
RequirementsAdministrator privileges; the KB must be an MSU-based update installed on the machine.
!Warning: Removing a security update leaves the vulnerability open until the next cumulative update; recheck Windows Update afterwards.

04Undo

Undo
$ Reinstall the update from Settings > Windows Update, or via winget/Microsoft Update Catalog.

05Sources

Last verified: 2026-09-19 · Category: System & Settings

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