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Status Bad Impersonation Level in Edge: How to Fix it
Performing a system restore will do the trick!
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A wide number of users have reported seeing the error messageSTATUS_BAD_IMPERSONATION_LEVELon Microsoft Edge and while performing operations inWindows 10after installing the latest OS updates.
Thiserrorseems to affect users of Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Server 2008 R2, andWindows Server 2012as well. In these cases, theerrorstops Windows from booting up normally.
It seems that the issue might be caused by a conflict between Windows’ latest patches and some antivirussoftwareinstalled on their PC. So, let’s head directly to the solutions!
How can I fix the STATUS_BAD_IMPERSONATION_LEVEL error?
1. Check Windows Update for any new patches
A quick fix for STATUS_BAD_IMPERSONATION_LEVEL in Edge is to install the latest updates. Since the problem was triggered by a bug, a patch for it will be released in the later versions.
2. Restore your PC back to the version before installing the April patch
If you keep getting the Status_Bad_Impersonation_Level (0xc00000a5) error in Windows, performing a system restore works best. And it doesn’t affect the personal files stored on the PC.
3. Uninstall the conflicting antivirus software
Users reported this problem with Sophos, Avast, or ArcaBit, so if you’re using any of these, be sure touninstall the application.
In this article, we explored some of the best methods to try and solve theSTATUS_BAD_IMPERSONATION_LEVELerror. And you should have Microsoft Edge up and running now!
Before you leave, do check some quick tips toincrease the Internet speedin Windows.
Feel free to let us know if this guide helped you solve your issue by using the comment section below.
More about the topics:Microsoft Edge issues,windows 10
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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