Summary: Microsoft has addressed issues with Remote Desktop and RDS connections affecting users after recent Windows updates. Problems include disconnections after 65 seconds for Windows 11 24H2 users connecting to Windows Server 2016 and issues arising when Windows Server 2025 devices act as RDP clients. A fix is available through the KB5053656 preview update and will be included in the next cumulative updates.
Affected: Microsoft Windows 11 24H2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2025
Keypoints :
- Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) disconnections occurred after updates from January 2025 onward.
- The known issue was acknowledged following a spike in reports post-March 2025 update.
- Kb5053656 offers a resolution, with general availability planned in future cumulative updates.
- Windows Server 2025 is indirectly affected when acting as an RDP client.
- Separate issues with Remote Desktop freezes and Veeam connection errors have also been reported.