Microsoft has acknowledged a recent bug in the latest security update package for its Windows operating system, released in April 2024, that is causing VPN connections to be disrupted in both desktop and server versions. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are commonly used to create encrypted connections that provide better security than regular ones.
Microsoft has issued an alert warning users of the issue and advised them to use the “Get Help” app from the search box for assistance. The problem has been identified with Windows devices running on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2008 and later.
While Microsoft is still investigating the root cause of these VPN connection failures, they have provided a temporary solution until a final patch is released. Users can remove LCU (Online Computing Units) after installing the combined SSU and LCU package using the DISM/Remove-Package command line option. However, this removes all security fixes included in those updates as well.
This isn’t the first time issues with VPN connections have occurred on Windows systems. In the past, Microsoft has investigated speed issues and released emergency updates to address VPN problems on Windows systems. Despite this setback, it’s important to note that Windows operating systems hold a significant market share, accounting for 68.15% of the market in desktop, tablet, and console versions according to Statista.
