How Ransomware attacks leverage unprotected RDPs and what you can do about it
Ransomware attacks targeting enterprises like yours are skyrocketing. Highly sophisticated cybercriminals use your reliance on digital communications and remote working to hold your data hostage.
Most of these ransomware incidents can be attributed to a limited number of intrusion vectors, namely: badly secured remote desktop protocol (RDP) endpoints; email phishing; and the exploitation of zero-day VPN vulnerabilities
So, what can be done about it?
Fortunately, Thales has solid data-centric cybersecurity solution you can implement to keep the bad guys out of your data - and your pocket.
Thales Identity and Access Management is ready when you are to make it happen.
What are the main causes of ransomware attacks?
Ransomware attacks have surged, particularly due to the increased reliance on digital communications and remote work. The primary causes include poorly secured RDP endpoints, email phishing, and the exploitation of zero-day VPN vulnerabilities. RDP is notably the biggest attack vector, with many incidents stemming from unprotected RDP ports that are accessible online with weak passwords.
How can organizations protect against RDP attacks?
Organizations should avoid publishing unprotected RDPs on the internet. If necessary, they should implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure only authorized users can access RDPs. Additionally, using RDP gateways to obscure the standard RDP port and applying MFA at both the gateway and network logon points can significantly enhance security.
How does Thales SafeNet Trusted Access help with RDP security?
Thales SafeNet Trusted Access provides a comprehensive solution for securing remote access to RDPs and other applications. It supports various authentication methods, including MFA, and allows for flexible access policies across different operating systems. This centralized management helps organizations effectively protect their cloud apps and remote desktops, regardless of the endpoint device used.
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