Shielded Remote Desktop: A new term coined by Cosmikal?

The Shielded Remote Desktop is an advanced security solution designed to protect remote access to critical systems through a controlled and highly secure environment.. 

In this article, we delve into the technical aspects of the Shielded Remote Desktop, its use cases, key advantages, and how its integration into Cosmikal’s Endurance establishes a higher cybersecurity standard.

Technical Explanation and Applications

Unlike traditional remote desktop solutions (VDI), the Shielded Remote Desktop adds multiple layers of protection to ensure that both access and data transmission occur in a secure environment. Additionally, its robust integration with identity and access management systems ensures precise authentication and control of users.

This solution is essential in the field of cybersecurity. It is used in sectors with high security requirements, such as finance, healthcare, government, and other industrial environments where systems are highly sensitive and must remain constantly operational without risk of intrusion or tampering. 

Technical Operation of the Shielded Remote Desktop 

1. Multifactor Authentication (MFA):

Multifactor authentication is used to verify the identity of users attempting to access the remote desktop. The Shielded Remote Desktop combines secure passwords with additional factors, such as physical security tokens, biometric authentication (fingerprints or facial recognition), or dynamically generated codes via identity and access management applications. This ensures that only authorized users can access the system. 

2. Encrypted Communication Channel:

Once the user is authenticated, the connection is established through an encrypted channel (typically using protocols such as TLS 1.3 or a VPN with AES 256-bit encryption) that protects the data transmission between the remote device and the server. This encryption is crucial to prevent the interception of sensitive data during remote access.

3. Sandboxing Environment:

Similar to a sandbox environment, the Shielded Remote Desktop operates in an isolated virtual environment. This means that any activity within the remote desktop is separated from other system processes and does not have direct access to the host system’s resources. This isolation helps prevent the spread of malware or unauthorized access.

4. Protection Against Screen Capture and Keyloggers:

To protect against advanced attacks such as screen captures and keylogging, the Shielded Remote Desktop implements mechanisms that block these functions or limit them to verified users and specific environments. This ensures that even if an attacker manages to compromise the device, they cannot capture sensitive information.

5. Real-Time Session Control:

The Shielded Remote Desktop allows real-time monitoring and control of session activity. This control includes the ability to terminate suspicious sessions, audit user behavior, and generate automatic alerts if unusual activities are detected.

6. Integration of Security Policies:

This solution integrates with the company’s security policies and identity and access management. It allows for the definition and enforcement of specific restrictions, such as prohibiting file transfers or copying information from the remote desktop to the local device. These policies minimize the risk of data exfiltration and ensure that critical data remains protected within the shielded environment.

Applications and Use Cases

1. Critical Infrastructure Protection:

In industries such as energy, telecommunications, and transportation, where remote systems must be accessible but extremely secure, the Shielded Remote Desktop enables safe, real-time operation without compromising the security of assets. Users can access these systems in isolated and controlled environments, preventing the risk of an attacker compromising these essential systems.

2. Remote Access for Working from Home:

In telecommuting scenarios, the Shielded Remote Desktop allows employees to securely connect to company resources. This is especially useful in organizations with sensitive data. The shielded desktop ensures that remote activity is monitored and that there is no possibility of data leakage.

3. Secure Access for External Vendors:

Many companies hire external services that require access to their internal systems. With the Shielded Remote Desktop, they can provide secure and controlled access to vendors without exposing their critical systems or risking access to sensitive data.

The adoption of a Shielded Remote Desktop is crucial in environments where remote access is necessary, but cybersecurity risks are high. This solution ensures that companies can grant remote access without exposing their critical infrastructure to attacks, providing a fully secure, isolated, and monitored environment.

Endurance: a New Paradigm in Cybersecurity

Endurance is a comprehensive workspace that fully integrates all your security tools. The Secure Remote Desktop, combined with a PAM, VDI, DLP, and other high-performance components, provides companies with critical assets significant advantages against cyberattacks.

The simplicity of its implementation and updates, along with its ease of use, make it the ideal solution for all types of organizations. Its data and access will always be protected and managed with the highest standards of control and security.