By Chris Morales, head of security analytics at Vectra
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is an invaluable tool for any business wanting to save money and create efficiencies through centrally controlling all its computer assets no matter how far away or isolated. However, such a capability is also a tempting prospect for cybercriminals looking to exploit the system for their own gains, with Vectra research highlighting that malicious RDP behaviors are experienced by nine out of ten organizations.
The research also reveals which industries and size of organizations have the most RDP detections, along with examples of how cybercriminals and state-sponsored actors are using RDP.
Why is RDP so attractive?
Traditionally, a business that wanted to fix issues on its computers that were situated away from its central offices had two choices; either send out engineers to resolve the issue or have them permanently stationed locally. Neither option is ideal with a call out costing in the region of US$2,200, while having an engineer based on a remote site is unlikely to be cost-effective. Further, as more than 60 percent of machine issues can be fixed remotely, it is no wonder more and more companies are turning to RDP. Using the protocol, one engineer can do the work of a whole team without the need to leave a central control room through being able to potentially access and control every computer on ..
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