Microsoft’s January 2025 Windows preview update (KB5050094) for Windows 11 version 24H2 has caused significant issues with Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) sessions, including Remote Desktop Services (RDS). The policy, named “Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 KB5053598 250314_20401 Known Issue Rollback,” can be found under Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates in the Group Policy Editor. Microsoft resolved a similar issue for Windows 11 24H2 systems with the KB5052093 optional update released on February 25, 2025, and plans to roll out a fix for Windows Server 2025 in an upcoming update. Recent Windows Server 2025 updates have also caused Remote Desktop freezes, with users experiencing unresponsive mouse and keyboard inputs shortly after connecting to a session. The company has taken steps to address the problem using Known Issue Rollback (KIR), a feature designed to reverse problematic non-security updates delivered via Windows Update. For those experiencing difficulties with the KB5050094 update, Microsoft has provided troubleshooting steps, including running Windows Update troubleshooter, addressing service issues, and using the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tools. As Microsoft works towards a permanent solution, users are advised to stay informed about the latest updates and apply the necessary fixes to ensure smooth Remote Desktop operations across their Windows environments. Users have reported unexpected disconnections, particularly after the release of the March 2025 Windows security update (KB5053598). To resolve the issue on affected Windows enterprise-managed devices, IT administrators are advised to install and configure a special Group Policy. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and observed a substantial increase in reports following the March 2025 security update. These Remote Desktop problems highlight the ongoing challenges Microsoft faces in maintaining seamless functionality across its diverse Windows ecosystem. While Windows Server 2025 systems are not directly impacted as RDS hosts, they may encounter disconnects when functioning as RDP clients connecting to older servers. The problem primarily affects Windows 11 version 24H2 devices connecting to RDS deployments running Windows Server 2016 or earlier versions. Microsoft is actively working on a permanent resolution, which will be included in a future Windows update. IT administrators looking to deploy the fix immediately should follow Microsoft’s guidelines for using Group Policy to implement a Known Issue Rollback. As the company continues to release updates and new versions of its operating systems, users and IT administrators must remain vigilant and prepared to implement temporary solutions when issues arise.
This Cyber News was published on cybersecuritynews.com. Publication date: Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:05:26 +0000