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Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Update Breaks Shutdown on Some Enterprise PCs

Secure Launch configurations on version 23H2 restart on shutdown, prompting a command-line workaround.

Overview

  • Microsoft says the issue follows installation of KB5073455 and affects only Windows 11 23H2 Enterprise and IoT devices with System Guard Secure Launch enabled.
  • Affected PCs restart instead of shutting down or entering hibernation, and there is currently no method to enable hibernation successfully.
  • A temporary workaround allows shutdown by running the command "shutdown /s /t 0" from a Command Prompt.
  • Microsoft advises users to save work and perform manual shutdowns to avoid devices running out of power when hibernation fails.
  • Separately, KB5074109 is causing Remote Desktop credential prompt failures, and Microsoft recommends using the classic Remote Desktop client or the Windows App web client for Azure Virtual Desktop and Windows 365.