Remote Extension requires Microsoft account

• VSCode Version: 1.87.0
• Local OS Version: MacOS 14.3.1
• Remote OS Version: CentOS 8
• Remote Extension/Connection Type: SSH Remote Server

• Logs:

Steps to Reproduce:

1. Fresh install of VSCode and remote extension

Does this issue occur when you try this locally?: Yes
Does this issue occur when you try this locally and all extensions are disabled?: No

The Avatar in the bottom left corner shows a notification symbol for a notification Sign in with Microsoft to use Remote - Tunnels (1). When run locally, the notification only starts appearing after clicking on the remote extension symbol in the menu side bar.
I do not use Remote - Tunnels and do not have a Microsoft account I want to associate with VSCode. The notification is distracting. I assume this is an error.

I tried reinstalling the extensions, which didn't work.