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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What port number is RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol)?
A
tcp 80
B
tcp 3389
C
tcp 445
D
tcp 389
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Overview. Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is a Microsoft proprietary protocol that enables remote connections to other computers, typically over TCP port 3389. It provides network access for a remote user over an encrypted channel.

Detailed explanation-2: -Port 3389 Details Port is IANA registered for Microsoft WBT Server, used for Windows Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance connections (RDP-Remote Desktop Protocol). Also used by Windows Terminal Server.

Detailed explanation-3: -RDP should never be open to the Internet. The internet is continuously being scanned for open port 3389 (the default RDP port). Even with a complex password policy and multi-factor authentication you can be vulnerable to denial of service and user account lockout.

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