Details
Remote Desktop Configuration service (RDCS) is responsible for all Remote Desktop related configuration and session maintenance activities that require SYSTEM context. These include per-session temporary folders, RD themes, and RD certificates.
The recommended state for this setting is: Disabled.
Rationale:
In a high security environment, Remote Desktop access is an increased security risk. For these environments, only local console access should be permitted.
Impact:
Users will be unable to use Remote Assistance.
Solution
To establish the recommended configuration via GP, set the following UI path to: Disabled.
Computer ConfigurationPoliciesWindows SettingsSecurity SettingsSystem ServicesRemote Desktop Configuration
Default Value:
Manual
Supportive Information
The following resource is also helpful.
This security hardening control applies to the following category of controls within NIST 800-53: Configuration Management.This control applies to the following type of system Windows.