Locking computer remotely

Question

Is there any way that one can lock a desktop computer remotely? For example, if one accidently leaves a computer logged on, would there be a way to lock that computer using Remote Connection (VPN)?

Answer 1

Use PsExec to invoke:

rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkStation

on your remote PC.

If you are currently on PC_A and want to lock PC_B, type this on your command line (on PC_A):

psexec \\\PC_B -u user -p pass "rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkStation"

This way rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkStation will be invoked on PC_B.

Answer 2

You can create a file with an arbitrary name and the suffix bat use this code in bat file

rundll32.exe user32.dll, LockWorkStation

save and run