Microsoft has recently acknowledged that a security update for Windows 10 and 11 has caused issues with the operating system’s built-in VPN connection. According to a report from Tom’s Hardware, users attempting to connect to a VPN network are encountering a “VPN connection failed” error.
The problem stems from the April security update pushed by Microsoft, which has affected various versions of Windows, including Windows 10 and 11, as well as Windows Server versions. Microsoft’s support page has confirmed that the issue exists but has not specified whether it impacts all users or only a subset.
For affected users looking for a quick fix, uninstalling the April KB5036893 security cumulative update and rolling back to the previous version of Windows is recommended. However, Microsoft has stated that a resolution for the VPN connection issue will be included in an upcoming release.
In the meantime, users who do not frequently utilize VPN services can choose to ignore the problem and wait for Microsoft to address it. Stay tuned for further updates on when the bug will be fixed.