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Microsoft's RDP Flaw Exposes Users to Security Breach

5/3/2025

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A critical security flaw in Microsoft's Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows old passwords to still unlock access, even after they've been revoked. While independent researchers have raised alarms, Microsoft insists this is a deliberate choice to ensure user access continuity, leaving millions vulnerable to potential breaches.

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Story summary

A critical security flaw in Microsoft's Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows old passwords to still unlock access, even after they've been revoked. While independent researchers have raised alarms, Microsoft insists this is a deliberate choice to ensure user access continuity, leaving millions vulnerable to potential breaches.