As of now, Microsoft has not provided a specific timeline for when a fix will be issued. Users encountering this problem are advised to utilize the "Get help" application for personal-use PCs, and enterprise devices should refer to the "Support for businesses" link provided by Microsoft for more directed assistance.
In the interim, a potential workaround for those needing immediate VPN access is to revert to a previous Windows release. This can be achieved by uninstalling the recent updates. Users should navigate to the Settings menu, access Windows Update, then go to Update history and select "Uninstall updates." The specific update likely causing the issue is labeled "KB5036893." It is important to note that uninstalling these updates might reduce system security since the updates contain enhancements and security fixes released in April.
Affected Windows Versions
The issue has been identified in several versions of the Windows operating system, including:
- Windows 11, versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2
- Windows 10, version 22H2
- Windows Server 2022
Windows Servers, Including:
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016
- Windows Server 2012 R2
- Windows Server 2012
- Windows Server 2008 R2
- Windows Server 2008
For users continuously facing issues with VPN functionality post-update—an ongoing challenge seen in prior updates such as those in January 2022 and April 2023—alternatives such as switching to a different operating system might be considered. This is highlighted by the performance advantages seen in several Linux distributions over Windows 11 in gaming, driven by optimizations in SteamOS by Valve.
Source: microsoft
