April Windows Update Is Interfering With VPN Connections

Microsoft is warning that some users are experiencing problems connecting to VPN services after the April security update (KB5036893)....
April Windows Update Is Interfering With VPN Connections
Written by Matt Milano
  • Microsoft is warning that some users are experiencing problems connecting to VPN services after the April security update (KB5036893).

    Users began having issues after applying the latest update, and Microsoft has confirmed the issue. The company says the April security updates appear to be the problem, and it is working on a solution.

    Windows devices might face VPN connection failures after installing the April 2024 security update (KB5036893) or the April 2024 non-security preview update.

    Next steps: We are working on a resolution and will provide an update in an upcoming release.

    The issue appears to be widespread and appears to impact virtually all of Microsoft’s lineup.

    Client: Windows 11, version 23H2; Windows 11, version 22H2, Windows 11, version 21H2, Windows 10, version 22H2, Windows 10, version 21H2.

    Server: Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008.

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