5.4.2 — Anydesk

Getting Started

• Remote Control: Full control of a remote device with low latency.
• File Transfer: Built-in file manager for bidirectional file sharing.
• Session Recording (Pro/Feature): Ability to record remote sessions.
• Address Book: Centralized management of remote contacts.
• Custom Alias: Assign a custom name to your device (e.g., my-work-pc).
• Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Available for my.anydesk.com accounts.
• Whiteboard: On-screen annotation tools during remote sessions.
• REST API (Professional/Enterprise): For integration and automation.
• Wake-on-LAN (WoL): Ability to wake sleeping devices on the same network.
• Unattended Access: Set a password for permanent remote access.

Unquoted Service Path: Version 5.4.0 (and potentially others in the 5.x branch) was flagged for CVE-2019-25261, a vulnerability allowing local attackers to gain elevated system privileges. anydesk 5.4.2

1. Connection Issues: Troubleshoot connection issues by checking the AnyDesk ID, password, and network connectivity.
2. Firewall Configuration: Configure firewalls to allow AnyDesk traffic.
3. Update AnyDesk: Ensure that both devices have the latest version of AnyDesk installed.

• You need modern security compliance (HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• You want to connect to Windows 11 or Android devices.
• You require team management and reporting.