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Addressing Remote Desktop Attacks and Security

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RDP intrusions are typically the result of two attacker methods: brute force authentication attempts or a meddler-in-the-middle (MITM) attack. Remote desktop software’s sensitive influence over other devices means identity and access management (IAM), password security , and multi-factor authentication are critical for risk management.

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Top Cybersecurity Accounts to Follow on Twitter

eSecurity Planet

Longtime network and system administrator Jack Daniel is a technology community activist, mentor, and storyteller. The FaceTime bug definitely proves that your phone can be used as a remote listening device "without any authentication" — Marcus J. Enable 2FA and get a password manager.