Virtual Desktop Infrastructure enables organisations to host user desktop environments on centralised servers, allowing employees to access their workspaces from virtually anywhere. While this boosts productivity and facilitates remote work, it also introduces complexities that can create potential vulnerabilities.
Zero-day vulnerabilities refer to security flaws in software or hardware that are unknown to the vendor. Until the vulnerability is discovered and patched, it remains a potential entry point for attackers to exploit. The term “zero-day” reflects the number of days the vendor has had to address the flaw—zero. Consequently, zero-day attacks are challenging to defend against because they exploit vulnerabilities before any fix is available, making them prime opportunities for cybercriminals.