Block all remote access tools by adjusting security settings and disabling unnecessary services.
Block all remote access tools by adjusting security settings and disabling unnecessary services.
You’re trying to restrict remote access on your PC. At the Windows level, you can use Group Policy or the Control Panel to limit certain applications and services. For more control, consider enabling Windows Firewall with Advanced Security and setting up rules to block specific programs or ports. If needed, you can also use third-party tools or scripts to enforce these restrictions.
Yes, you can apply SRP through Group Policy to restrict file execution. Set policies to allow or block specific directories such as downloads and restricted areas, ensuring only authorized files run.
There are options available, but handling the computer's programs would need someone else to oversee them. If she wishes to add or update software, you’d have to let it in and adjust settings. Most alternatives are straightforward if she can change configurations and install new tools. Since she’s interested in remote software, she might be tempted to disable security features if given the right access. The simplest approach would be to avoid an admin account and configure the firewall to block outgoing traffic by default. This prevents new apps from being installed and stops unauthorized programs from bypassing it. It does require manual setup each time she wants to add an application, ensuring it’s allowed through the firewall.
She’s already registered as a standard user and doesn’t seem to know the admin password. The SOS tool didn’t ask for permission when I launched it, just saying “this was downloaded from the internet.” It makes sense to restrict outgoing connections too. Having the setup so my friend must approve new programs before they install would be ideal, though most remote apps work directly from the executable and don’t require much effort. This could create a barrier along their path. I’m looking for something robust that can’t be bypassed without admin access or is complex enough to deter scammers. Any reliable resources you have on this would be great?
If she isn't an administrator, she shouldn't be allowed to change the firewall settings. Alternatively, you can set up a policy to completely conceal the firewall section of the control panel for her account.
Great suggestion! Here are some simple resources you can check out. Hope they help you understand it better.
To adjust the standard settings, navigate to advanced firewall options and modify properties for each network type (Domain, Private, Public). Configure outband to block and then create an exception for allowing specific apps by locating their executable files and adding them to the list. For further guidance, Microsoft provides numerous articles on Windows Firewall if you search for unclear topics.