Microsoft Releases Long-Awaited Patch for Windows Server. NET Framework Issue
In February 2022, Microsoft identified a significant malfunction within Windows Server installations related to the. NET Framework. This issue specifically affected applications attempting to access or modify Active Directory Forest Trust Information, leading to problematic crashes, internal exceptions, and in some cases, instances of a 0xc0000005 access violation error. After an extensive investigation that lasted over three years, Microsoft has finally issued a resolution in the form of a new patch.
Out-of-Band Update Details
The company has announced that users can now access an out-of-band update for the. NET Framework, designed to rectify these issues. Importantly, this fix is not distributed via the standard Windows Update service. Instead, users will need to download it manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. Once obtained, the patch must be imported into Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager for implementation.
Installation Instructions for Specific Versions
Below is a comprehensive list of updates along with their installation instructions for various versions of Windows Server:
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016
- Windows Server 2012 R2
- Windows Server 2012
Importance of the Update
Microsoft has not provided specifics regarding the delay in resolving this issue, but the release of this out-of-band patch is a positive development, particularly for users operating older versions of Windows Server dating back to 2012. Notably, Windows 2025 and client versions of Windows remain unaffected by this particular bug. Developers who have faced ongoing challenges due to this issue over the past three years are strongly advised to prioritize these patches and implement them without delay.
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