I noticed the same few months ago, but I thought it was resolved since then without actually confirming if this was the case. As you say, it was never resolved. The other supported option is to run Edge in IE mode for the catalog, which still needs the ActiveX control.
So, if I may ask, using the bypass, it is safe to install update Licensing Preparation Package for WIN7 (KB5016892) now ? Or do I have to wait till later, till November ?? What do you suggest ? I update manually, security only , no monthly roll up.