How to fix Bash error 0xD0000022 in Windows?

[Asthanf]

I’m encountering Bash error 0xD0000022 when trying to launch the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). It says access is denied. I’ve reinstalled WSL and enabled developer mode, but the issue persists. Does anyone know the exact cause or working solution?

 

[Gsusangrey]

A common "Access Denied" problem in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is the Bash error 0xD0000022.

To correct it:

• Make sure Windows Features has the WSL/Virtual Machine Platform features enabled.
• In an Administrator PowerShell/CMD prompt, type wsl --update.
• To prevent the terminal from being blocked, temporarily turn off your firewall or antivirus software.

 

[Lucas]

To fix Bash error 0xD0000022 on Windows, first make sure you are running Bash or your WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) terminal as an administrator. Then, ensure that WSL is properly enabled in your system by going to Control Panel → Programs → Turn Windows features on or off, and checking Windows Subsystem for Linux. If the problem persists, try resetting or reinstalling your Linux distribution from the Microsoft Store. Finally, update WSL using the commands wsl --update and wsl --shutdown to apply the latest fixes. These steps usually resolve the error and get Bash running smoothly again.

 

[SK_Tech]

You can fix the Bash 0xD0000022 error in Windows by restarting the LxssManager service, re-enabling WSL and Virtual Machine Platform through PowerShell, updating Windows, or reinstalling/resetting your Linux distro if it’s corrupted. Avoid registry hacks or third-party “fixers,” because this error usually goes away once WSL features are properly repaired or reinstalled.