Fake downloads of popular PC utilities are quietly installing crypto miners on enthusiast PCs
Link poisoning enters the AI era – cryptojackers target GPU owners via chatbots
Remote access articles
AnyDesk keeps remote desktops smooth even on weak connections
AnyDesk is a fast, lightweight remote desktop tool built for low-latency access from virtually anywhere. It stays responsive even on weaker connections and supports file transfers, session recording, and cross-platform use across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Another staff favorite, RustDesk, is also worth checking out.
Critical flaw in AMI's MegaRAC firmware puts thousands of servers at risk
The bug is already being exploited by unknown state-sponsored hackers
AnyDesk offers a secure solution for remote access
AnyDesk is a simple, yet free, option for secure remote access or screen sharing. This portable app is lightweight, and all data is encrypted using TLS 1.2 and 256-bit AES.
Windows Remote Desktop Protocol contains a login backdoor Microsoft refuses to fix
It's not a bug, but a feature, Microsoft confirmed to concerned researchers
WTF?! The proprietary protocol developed by Microsoft to facilitate remote connections to Windows machines contains an outstanding security flaw. However, Microsoft has stated that it has no plans to fix the issue, as doing so would break compatibility with many applications.
FBI triggers self-destruction of China-backed malware infecting US computers
Command-and-control servers can also be useful to law enforcement agencies
Microsoft introduces the Windows App to access your Windows PC from anywhere
The Windows App allows you to access your Windows PC, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Remote Desktop from almost any device. It is available for Windows, Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Android devices. The app supports multiple monitors, USB redirection, and customizable home screens, though it is currently limited to Microsoft work and school accounts.
VMware Workstation 17.6 updated with new OS support
VMware Workstation has been updated with support for Windows 11 23H2, Server 2025, Ubuntu 24.04 and Fedora 40. Also, the vmcli command-line tool allows users to create new virtual machines, VM templates, power on VMs, and more settings through direct access to the hypervisor.
Microsoft's new Windows App is a renamed and refreshed Remote Desktop connection tool, baffling users
A gateway to remote Windows access or just a mindless, confusing naming scheme?
Researchers find severe vulnerabilities in garage door openers and other smart devices
The Department of Homeland Security advises users to change equipment immediately
International authorities bring NetWire's malware infrastructure to a standstill
The long suspected remote access trojan was sold without question and used to spy on unsuspecting users
Good old PuTTY remains a solid and free SSH client for Windows
PuTTY is a free implementation of SSH and Telnet for Windows and Unix platforms. It lets you run a remote session from a Windows PC to a Unix computer, over a network, so you can work on the Unix machine as if you were sitting at its console.
Take remote control of your PC or phone with TeamViewer
TeamViewer is a well established app and an intuitive way to remotely control computers, tablets, and smartphones. It is free for personal use available for all major platforms.
Huge ransomware attack hits hundreds of US businesses
Asking for up to $5 million in ransom
Opinion: Nvidia virtual GPUs bring remote desktops, workstations and VR to life
Remote collaboration for CAD, architecture, or other highly-demanding rendering applications
Opinion: The new normal of remote work is going to be here for quite some time
Remote access solutions getting extended and expanded
Opinion: The value of contingencies and remote collaboration
The tech industry has never had a wider range of tools to help ease the process of working at home
VirtualBox 5.2 offers VM exports to Oracle Cloud
The popular open source virtual machine hypervisor VirtualBox is getting a new major release that adds VM exports to Oracle Cloud (OPC) and unattended guest installation. Version 5.2 is now available for all platforms.
