Windows Server · 2022 · Release · Security update (Patch Tuesday)

December 10, 2024—KB5048654 (OS Build 20348.2966)

Windows Server 2022: Supported LTSC release

Microsoft's known issues — KB5048654

  • Issue Known issue Following the installation of the October 2024 security update, some customers report that the OpenSSH (Open Secure Shell) service fails to start, preventing SSH connections. The service fails with no detailed logging, and manual intervention is required to run the sshd.exe process.This issue is affecting both enterprise, IOT, and education customers, with a limited number of devices impacted. Microsoft is investigating whether consumer customers using Home or Pro editions of Windows are affected. Workaround: This issue is addressed in KB5053603 .

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