Merric Reese

Has anyone else noticed that when Windows 7 or Vista recovers from automatically going into screen saver mode  – there is a split second where it shows what was previously on your desktop.   I also noticed this with NoMachine remote desktop when connected to remote linux machines.

For me it’s not a big deal – only a flash – but for the security concious – minimise all apps, blank your screen and secure it before you walk away.

Having said that I think the OS and RDP/VNC vendors could do more to secure the desktop – for example even though the connection is open why show it until you have verified the users identity.

Have you also noticed this and what are your thoughts?