Windows 11 KB5053598 Update Issues: Installation Failures, RDP Disconnects, and BSODs

The latest Windows 11 update, KB5053598, intended for the 24H2 version, has been causing significant issues for users. From installation failures and Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) crashes to Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) disconnections and boot failures, this update is proving to be problematic for many. Given that it is a mandatory security update as part of the March 2025 Patch Tuesday cycle, affected users are finding it difficult to avoid the issues unless they manually uninstall the patch.

Installation Failures and Update Errors

Users have reported a range of installation errors when attempting to apply KB5053598. The most common issues include:

• The update getting stuck at different percentages (6%, 20%, 38%, or even 98%-99%) before ultimately failing.
• The system displaying a “Something didn’t go as planned” error message, causing the update to roll back automatically.
• The update entering an endless loop of installation attempts, forcing users into repeated reboots.
• Error codes such as 0x800f0993, 0x800F081F, 0x80070032, and 0xC004F211 appearing, preventing successful installation.

A user on the Windows Feedback Hub reported:

“I installed the KB5053598 update, but Windows keeps attempting to reinstall it every time I check for updates. It fails repeatedly with error code 0x800f0993.”

Several users have attempted to clear the Windows Update cache, run SFC /Scannow, and ensure that Windows Update Services, Background Intelligent Transfer Service, and Cryptographic Service are running, but these solutions have not resolved the issue in many cases.

RDP Connection Issues and Disconnect Loops

One of the most frustrating issues with KB5053598 is that it is breaking Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) connections.

• Users report that RDP sessions disconnect every 4-10 minutes, making it impossible to maintain remote connections.
• In some cases, users see an “attempting to connect” message before RDP automatically disconnects.
• Some enterprise environments that rely on RDP are struggling with repeated connection failures, affecting productivity.

Potential Workarounds for RDP Issues

If uninstalling the update is not an option, you can try the following workarounds:

Solution 1: Modify Group Policy Settings

1. Open Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc).
2. Navigate to:
   Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → Remote Desktop Services → Remote Desktop Connection Client
3. Locate “Turn Off UDP On Client”.
4. Enable this setting, click Apply, then OK.
5. Restart your computer.

Solution 2: Modify the Windows Registry

1. Open Registry Editor (regedit).
2. Navigate to:
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows NT\Terminal Services\Client
3. If the fClientDisableUDP entry doesn’t exist:
   • Right-click in the right panel, select New → DWORD (32-bit) Value.
   • Name it fClientDisableUDP and set its value to 1.
4. Click OK and restart your PC.

While these solutions have helped some users, others have reported that only uninstalling the update fully resolves the issue.

Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) and Boot Failures

In some of the worst cases, KB5053598 is causing critical system crashes, leading to BSOD errors such as:

• “Critical Process Died”
• “Kernel Power Failure”

A Windows 11 user noted:

“After installing the update, I got a BSOD immediately. I restarted, and now my PC won’t even boot. The fans run, but my monitor shows no signal.”

More Severe Boot Issues Reported

• Some users cannot boot into Windows at all, being stuck at the BIOS screen with an error like “No bootable device found”.
• A few users suspect the update corrupted their SSD, as their Windows drive is no longer detected.
• Others report their PC randomly shuts down after the update, only staying on for 30-60 seconds before automatically rebooting.

What to Do If You Are Affected?

Uninstalling Windows 11 KB5053598

Since there is no confirmed fix from Microsoft, the best solution for users experiencing problems is to remove the update manually.

Steps to Uninstall KB5053598

1. Open Settings → Windows Update.
2. Click on Update History.
3. Scroll down to Uninstall Updates.
4. Locate KB5053598, click Uninstall, and restart your PC.

Alternatively, if Windows won’t boot properly:

1. Boot into Safe Mode:
   • Power on your PC and press F8 repeatedly during boot.
   • Select Advanced Startup Options → Troubleshoot → Advanced Options → Startup Settings → Enable Safe Mode.
2. Uninstall the update via the Control Panel → Programs & Features → View Installed Updates.

Should You Delay This Update?

If you have not yet installed KB5053598, it may be best to pause updates until Microsoft acknowledges and fixes the issues.

To pause updates:

1. Go to Settings → Windows Update.
2. Click Pause updates for 7 days (repeat if needed).

Alternatively, disable automatic updates via Group Policy if using Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise.

Conclusion

The KB5053598 update for Windows 11 24H2 is causing significant problems, including installation failures, RDP disconnections, BSOD crashes, and boot failures. Until Microsoft addresses these issues, users facing instability are strongly advised to uninstall the update and delay future updates.

If you are experiencing Remote Desktop issues, the Group Policy and Registry fixes may help as a temporary solution. However, if your system is unstable or stuck in a boot loop, removing the update is the most effective option.

Microsoft has yet to release an official fix, so for now, users must proceed with caution before installing KB5053598.