Quick question about MS quick assist

[dyn]

Hi
If i gave someone permission to access my PC using Quick Assist by entering the 6 digit code and then turn my PC off after the assistance has been given can that person access my PC again using the same code ? Or is that code strictly for one "visit" and a new code is needed to allow access again ?
Thanks

 

[anorlunda]

I tried to find the answer for you, but I failed. There are numerous sources of help on how to set up a Quick Assist session using a 6 digit security code. The session can include multiple reboots of your computer. But I find no mention of how to end a session and to revoke the permissions of the remote user.

You are wise to be wary. An endless permission would leave open a huge hole in your security.

 

[dyn]

You are wise to be wary. An endless permission would leave open a huge hole in your security.

Yes , that it what concerns me. I don't think it leads to endless permission but i was just hoping someone would confirm that for me

 

[anorlunda]

Have you tried starting the Quick Assist app when done with the assistance? It might show an option to terminate the session?

 

[Tom.G]

According to the MS docs, it requires Human interaction to initiate each session.
The Helper requests a Session Code from MS & sends it to Sharer (Requestor); Sharer enters code in their Quick Assist app; and... Off To The Races!

This from: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/client-management/quick-assist

How it works​

1. Both the helper and the sharer start Quick Assist.
2. The helper selects Assist another person. Quick Assist on the helper's side contacts the Remote Assistance Service to obtain a session code. An RCC chat session is established and the helper's Quick Assist instance joins it. The helper then provides the code to the sharer.
3. After the sharer enters the code in their Quick Assist app, Quick Assist uses that code to contact the Remote Assistance Service and join that specific session. The sharer's Quick Assist instance joins the RCC chat session.
4. The helper is prompted to select View Only or Full Control.
5. The sharer is prompted to confirm allowing the helper to share their desktop with the helper.

Cheers,
Tom

 

[anorlunda]

According to the MS docs, it requires Human interaction to initiate each session.
The Helper requests a Session Code from MS & sends it to Sharer (Requestor); Sharer enters code in their Quick Assist app; and... Off To The Races!

Yes exactly. That does not mention when or how the session ends. That is the OP's question.

 

[Tom.G]

from:
https://www.computerworld.com/artic...s-quick-assist-app-for-remote-pc-support.html

Last paragraph of:

What you see and what they see​

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They can also revoke your control by clicking the X to the right of “Quick Assist.” This will end the connection between the two PCs.

(as often, this was a case of "Google to the rescue" )

 

[dyn]

So this means when the initial connection is ended they cannot access my PC again unless i enter another 6 digit code that they give me ?

 

[Tom.G]

So this means when the initial connection is ended they cannot access my PC again unless i enter another 6 digit code that they give me ?

That is my understanding. For peace of mind, you could always try it first with a trusted friend.