Security Guide: Remote Desktop (RDP) Intrusion

 Disclaimer: This short playbook isn’t exhaustive. For urgent RDP breach assistance, click the big red button or call us.

Attackers often brute-force or exploit RDP if it’s open to the internet, gaining full remote control over a system. Rapid response can prevent deeper infiltration.


Immediate Steps:

  • Disable RDP Externally: If possible, block RDP from the open internet or use a VPN.

  • Reset Credentials: Force password changes on the compromised user accounts.

  • Check System Logs: Look for IP addresses and timestamps of suspicious logins.

  • Patch & Update: Ensure RDP service and OS are fully patched.

  • Enable Network Level Authentication: Strengthen RDP security requirements.

  • Implement MFA for Remote Access: Use multi-factor solutions for any remote logins.

 By cutting off external RDP access and monitoring logs, you reduce the attacker’s foothold. Moving to secure remote protocols with MFA drastically lowers future risks.

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