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Why is Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) frowned upon and how can I remediate security weaknesses concerning RDP?
Why is Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) frowned upon and how can I remediate security weaknesses concerning RDP?

RDP can create significant security risks for your organization

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Written by Madita Sauer
Updated over a week ago

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is mostly used by organizations using Windows machines and having a partially or fully remote workforce. RDP allows employees to access their office workstations and applications from their homes.

Unfortunately, RDP can mean a significant security risk for organizations. To remediate this, businesses can migrate to the cloud or implement strategies to improve the security of their RDP:

  • Ensure remote access is encrypted

  • Enable an authentication method for remote access

  • Require strong passwords

  • Employ the principle of least privilege access

  • Require the use of company hardware. Company-issued hardware is more secure as it will be loaded with anti-virus, password policies, etc.

  • Utilize VPN services

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