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How can I authenticate to a VNC server?
To authenticate to VNC Server, a registered VNC Viewer user can supply the credentials: Under any platform, of a local user account (that is, one set up directly on the computer). Under Windows and Mac, providing the computer is joined to a domain, of a domain user account (one that is managed by a network service such as Active Directory).
What kind of password do I need for VNC viewer?
This means that VNC Viewer users can authenticate to VNC Server using the same credentials they normally use to log on to their user account on the VNC Server computer. The system authentication scheme (labelled Windows password , Mac password or UNIX password) is typically both secure and convenient.
What are the authentication methods for UltraVNC server?
Currently there are three different authentication methods available for UltraVNC Server Connections: Classic VNC authentication stores a password on the remote machine. When connecting with the viewer, this password has to be entered. (just like traditional VNC applications)
Where do I enter my username in VNC?
All of the commands should be run from a standard command prompt / terminal and will output the username for the current logged in user. Note: If your VNC Server computer is joined to a domain, you should include your domain name in your username, e.g. MYDOMAIN\sername or username@MYDOMAIN
Can a smartcard be used for a VNC server?
If you have a Professional or Enterprise subscription, you can specify smartcard/certificate store authentication for VNC Server instead of system authentication. This means that connecting VNC Viewer users are transparently authenticated using a digital certificate they own, without having to enter a password.
Which is the client authentication extended key for VNC viewer?
Use an RSA key, or an ECDSA key with a P-256, P-384 or P-521 curve. Specify the Client Authentication Extended Key Usage (or no key usages). The OID for this usage is 1.3.6.1.5.5.7.3.2. Note under Windows, VNC Viewer will skip certificates if this key usage has been disabled via Windows key usage properties.