How to make Remote Desktop Protocol more secure

The video tutorial discusses enhancing remote desktop security, focusing on port security, patching, two-factor authentication, and addressing vulnerabilities like Blue Keep. It emphasizes the importance of not exposing port 3389 to the web, keeping systems patched, and using network level authentication. The tutorial also covers user restrictions to prevent shutdowns and performance optimizations to ensure a smooth remote desktop experience. Finally, it reviews TLS settings and provides recommendations for securing remote desktop connections.

Why is it not advisable to open port 3389 directly to the web?

• It increases the risk of brute force attacks.

• It requires additional hardware.

• It slows down the network speed.

• It is not compatible with most firewalls.

What is a crucial step to ensure the security of older Windows 7 machines?

• Installing a new antivirus software.

• Purchasing and deploying Extended Security Updates (ESU).

• Upgrading to Windows 10 immediately.

• Disabling all network connections.

How can two-factor authentication enhance remote desktop security?

• By reducing the need for passwords.

• By allowing multiple users to log in simultaneously.

• By speeding up the login process.

• By adding an additional layer of security.

What setting should be enabled to prevent users from shutting down or restarting a remote desktop session?

• Enable user authentication.

• Remove and prevent access to shutdown, restart, sleep, and hibernate commands.

• Enable guest account.

• Disable network access.

Which setting can help improve the performance of a remote desktop session?

• Increasing the maximum color depth.

• Disabling all security features.

• Allowing unlimited bandwidth usage.

• Enforcing the removal of the remote desktop wallpaper.

What is the purpose of reviewing TLS settings in remote desktop configurations?

• To ensure compatibility with older software.

• To reduce server load.

• To enhance visual quality.

• To improve security by supporting higher encryption levels.

Which patch is necessary to support TLS 1.1 or 1.2 for RDP on Server 2008 R2?

• KB 3080079

• KB 245030

• KB 987654

• KB 123456