Q&A

Can I block port 3389?

Can I block port 3389?

You can disable specific port on your firewall(hardware or software), or, protection software which has this function. Windows Firewall is an option to disable specific port. By default, remote desktop connection uses TCP port 3389.

How do I disable RDP port 3389?

Expand Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Remote Desktop Services > Remote Desktop Session Host > Connections. Disable users from connecting remotely using Remote Desktop Services.

How do I block RDP ports on my firewall?

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1. Click Add Blank Rule.
2. Double click Name field and change name appropriately.
3. Double click Action field and set to Block.
4. Double click Service field. This will open the Service list.
5. Click Add button. This will open the Protocol screen.
6. Set Protocol to TCP.
7. Select Remote/Local.
8. Set Local Port field to 3389.

How do I block remote desktop connection?

Windows 8 and 7 Instructions

1. Click the Start button and then Control Panel.
2. Open System and Security.
3. Choose System in the right panel.
4. Select Remote Settings from the left pane to open the System Properties dialog box for the Remote tab.
5. Click Don’t Allow Connections to This Computer and then click OK.

Should I disable RDP?

Although Windows Remote Desktop is useful, hackers can exploit it to gain control of your system to install malware or steal personal information. It’s a good idea to keep the feature turned off unless you need it. You can disable it easily—and you should unless you need the service.

Can firewall block RDP?

You can restrict RDP access to your server, either by IP address or a range of IP addresses, using the rules in the Windows firewall. You can actually use this same method for any open port, on any Windows PC, running Windows firewall.

Can someone control my computer remotely?

You can get Google’s remote tool for your browser, as an Android app, and even for iOS and iPadOS devices. Connecting to a computer only takes a few clicks or taps. Open the web app on the computer you want to access remotely, and click Remote Access in the top right on the first screen.

Can’t RDP but can ping?

Can you ping your server, but still can’t connect over RDP? It is likely an issue with the RDP service or your firewall. You’ll need to contact your hosting company to get assistance with the service or firewall.