config read failed

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The 'config read failed' error on Windows 11 is associated with Event ID 2042 in the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. Users have reported this error appearing in the Event Viewer after installing the June 2025 non-security preview update KB5060829. The error message 'More data is available' logs each time the system restarts. Microsoft has clarified that this error does not indicate a firewall malfunction; the firewall continues to enforce rules and filter traffic normally. Discussions on WindowsForum.com cover the cause, impact, and official guidance for this issue, helping users understand that the error is a logging artifact rather than a security threat.
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    Windows 11 Firewall Error 'Config Read Failed' After June 2025 Update

    In recent weeks, Windows 11 users have encountered a persistent issue involving the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. Following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829), many reported recurring error logs in the Event Viewer, specifically Event ID 2042...
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    Windows 11 KB5060829 Update Causes Firewall Error Event ID 2042 – Here's What You Need to Know

    Microsoft's recent release of Windows 11 update KB5060829 has introduced a notable issue concerning the Windows Firewall. Users have reported encountering a recurring error in the Security event log, specifically Event ID 2042 labeled "Config Read Failed" with the message "More data is...
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