Home / / Fix Windows Update Error 0x80072efd: Connection Refused - How to Fix Windows Defender Network Error 0x80070422-WireGuard Handshake Stuck? Here's How to Fix

Fix Windows Update Error 0x80072efd: Connection Refused - How to Fix Windows Defender Network Error 0x80070422-WireGuard Handshake Stuck? Here's How to Fix

Updated 2026-06-13 12:50:47

Fix Windows Update Error 0x80072efd: Connection Refused - How to Fix Windows Defender Network Error 0x80070422-WireGuard Handshake Stuck? Here's How to Fix

Prepare

Execute

Validate

Document

Operational follow-up

Record the exact option, command, or setting that changed the result.
Keep a rollback note if the workflow affects shared files or team settings.

More workflow manuals

How to Fix GPG Error During apt update on Ubuntu How to Fix Windows Defender Antivirus Disabled Permanently Fix Docker Daemon Not Running on Ubuntu 20.04 Windows Update Stuck at Checking for Updates: How to Fix Windows Defender High Memory Usage Troubleshooting Checklist How to Reset Microsoft Edge Browser Settings