Fix Windows Update Error 0x8024401c Due to Proxy Permission Denied - Debug SSH Public Key Authentication Failure: Step-by-Step-How to Recover from a Black Screen After Windows Update

Updated 2026-06-14 19:53:22windows-fixes
Fix Windows Update Error 0x8024401c Due to Proxy Permission Denied - Debug SSH Public Key Authentication Failure: Step-by-Step-How to Recover from a Black Screen After Windows Update
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.