Precautions must be taken in using remote desktop capabilities. In addition to previously discovered vulnerabilities, Microsoft Remote Desktop is susceptible to attacks that can result in stolen passphrases, account lockouts, and online criminals taking control of victims’ computers.
To protect against these attacks, IU blocks the Remote Desktop port at the university border. If you wish to use Remote Desktop from outside the university network, you must connect to IU via virtual private network (VPN).