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What's the answer for 5G security?
Learn about the planning of 3GPP in developing specifications for 5G security in this synopsis of 5G Americas' white paper, 'The Evolution of Security in 5G.' Continue Reading
Top enterprise 5G security concerns and how to address them
The benefits of 5G are aplenty, but the next-generation LTE technology also presents a number of risks. Learn how to securely deploy 5G in your enterprise. Continue Reading
Defending against the most common wireless network attacks
The most common wireless network attacks change over time, but not that much. Find out which tactics still work for attackers and how to defend against them. Continue Reading
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How do I stop the screaming channel wireless threat?
A screaming channel attack is a new wireless threat making networks -- particularly those with IoT components -- vulnerable. Are there any safeguards to prevent these attacks? Continue Reading
How does a Bluetooth vulnerability enable validation attacks?
Bluetooth devices might be at risk after a new Bluetooth vulnerability was found targeting firmware and operating system software drivers. Learn how it works and can be mitigated. Continue Reading
How does the Android Rowhammer exploit affect users?
Android Rowhammer is a hardware weakness in older devices that puts users at risk of remote exploits. Expert Michael Cobb explains why it's important to upgrade to newer devices.Continue Reading
How does an Amazon Echo vulnerability enable attackers to eavesdrop?
Hackers could take advantage of a physical Amazon Echo vulnerability to turn the Echo into a listening device. Judith Myerson explains how this works and what can be done about it.Continue Reading
Why WPA2-PSK can be a security risk even with an uncracked key
WPA2-PSK is a popular way to bolster wireless security, but it's not perfect. Expert Joseph Granneman explains WPA2 and other aspects of the complicated history of Wi-Fi security.Continue Reading
How does a Netgear vulnerability enable command injection attacks?
A Netgear vulnerability exposed a number of wireless router models to command injection attacks. Expert Judith Myerson explains how the attack works and how to stop it.Continue Reading
Is it safe to use Windows 10 Wi-Fi Sense?
Microsoft's Wi-Fi Sense for Windows 10 can share encrypted passwords for Wi-Fi networks, but is it safe? Expert Michael Cobb has the answer.Continue Reading
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FCC compliance may spell trouble for Wi-Fi router security
Wi-Fi security could be in for a change, thanks to newly proposed FCC compliance rules. Expert Kevin Beaver explains what enterprises need to know about the FCC's proposal.Continue Reading
Enterprise wireless security: Secure Wi-Fi today and beyond
Enterprise wireless security issues are popping up left and right, wreaking havoc on individuals and enterprises alike. Expert Kevin Beaver looks at how to secure Wi-Fi.Continue Reading
What VoLTE security risks should enterprises be aware of?
Mobile devices are coming enabled for VoLTE for voice and video calling, but what are the risks? Network security expert Kevin Beaver explains.Continue Reading
Can eavesdropping over the SS7 protocol be prevented?
Recently revealed insecurities in SS7 have left many unsure about the well-used protocol needed for phone connections. However, the answer to achieving security is not easily obtained.Continue Reading
The transformation of wireless network security
Wi-Fi has revolutionized the enterprise by not only extending network coverage in a particular building or campus, but also by enabling on-the-go working, be it from a coffee shop or a hotel room. Yet, while these improvements reduce employee ...Continue Reading
Wireless access point security: Defending against Chameleon malware
Chameleon malware targets insecure wireless access points. Enterprise threats expert Nick Lewis explains how to defend against the malware.Continue Reading
What's the best way to secure Wi-Fi access for mobile employees?
Employees who work on-the-go rely on Wi-Fi access to get work done, but are those connections secure? Expert Kevin Beaver explains how to achieve Wi-Fi access security success.Continue Reading
How to secure a wireless router to ensure remote admin service safety
Network security expert describes how to secure a wireless router and prevent the router's remote administration feature from being hacked.Continue Reading
Femtocell security: Defending against a femtocell hack
The risk of a femtocell hack is a real enterprise concern. Nick Lewis explains why and explores how to defend against an attack.Continue Reading
The implications of mobile hotspot security vulnerabilities
Learn how enterprises can ensure mobile hotspot security by guarding against security vulnerabilities in 3G and 4G modems.Continue Reading
Gigabit Wi-Fi: Security concerns for Cisco 802.11ac gigabit wireless
Expert Matt Pascucci discusses how the new Cisco 802.11ac wireless standard differs from others and possible security implications of gigabit Wi-Fi.Continue Reading
Gigabit Wi-Fi security: Is the new 802.11ac standard worth an upgrade?
Will Gigabit Wi-Fi significantly alter network security, or will it mean business as usual? Expert Brad Casey discusses the new 802.11ac standard.Continue Reading
Why companies still use the insecure WPA and WEP protocols
Expert Matthew Pascucci weighs in on why so many enterprises still use the insecure wireless encryption protocols -- WPA and WEP.Continue Reading
Review wireless network security after Google Street View controversy
Expert Nick Lewis explains the Google Street View controversy and why enterprises should be anxious about their wireless network security, not Google.Continue Reading
How to prevent a WPS flaw from damaging enterprise wireless security
The recent WPS flaw isn't just a consumer issue. Nick Lewis explains the effect on enterprise wireless security and how to avoid security issues.Continue Reading
QR codes security: Do malicious QR codes pose a risk?
Expert Nick Lewis discusses QR codes security and whether malicious QR codes pose enough risk to justify disabling them.Continue Reading
Detecting mobile devices on a wireless guest network
The approach to detecting mobile devices on wireless guest networks is not the same as managing mobile devices on corporate networks. Our expert explains.Continue Reading
IEEE 802.11: Handling the standard's wireless network vulnerabilities
IEEE 802.11 has several known vulnerabilities, so what's the best way for enterprises to handle them? Expert Anand Sastry explains.Continue Reading
Wireless key security: How to lock down enterprise wireless networking
In this expert response, Mike Chapple presents guidelines for wireless key security, including choosing the most secure wireless key possible.Continue Reading
How to create a secure conference room with a WLC/NAC configuration
Conference rooms are often hosts to corporate-owned and guest devices, so what 's the best secure authentication setup? Security pro Anand Sastry weighs in.Continue Reading
How to block port scan attempts on a public wireless network
Network security expert Anand Sastry explains how to block port scan attempts on a public wireless network at the host level.Continue Reading
How to change from WEP to WPA for PCI DSS compliance
The deadline to change from WEP to WPA wireless encryption standard for PCI DSS compliance is quickly approaching. Learn how to change from WEP to WPA and how to ensure that WEP is completely eradicated from your network.Continue Reading
Wireless network guidelines for PCI DSS compliance
The PCI Security Standards Council recently released additional guidance for WLANs, but do they make the compliance process easier? Contributor Ben Rothke examines the key points of the new guidelines and offers additional advice for organizations ...Continue Reading
Preparing enterprise Wi-Fi networks for PCI compliance
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requires several key measures are in place to protect transaction data on enterprise Wi-Fi networks. In this special tip from Forrester Research, Senior Analyst John Kindervag details what ...Continue Reading
Cracks in WPA? How to continue protecting Wi-Fi networks
German researchers recently described a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) flaw that seemed to put the security of the popular wireless protocol in question. Network security expert Mike Chapple explains the vulnerability, but argues that the standard ...Continue Reading
Video: Setting up a secure wireless network
In a four-part video series, Joel Snyder of Opus One walks you through the phases of a secure wireless network setup.Continue Reading
WEP to WPA: Wireless encryption in the wake of PCI DSS 1.2
The PCI Security Standards Council recently announced the upcoming release of PCI DSS version 1.2. Plenty of changes are on the way, but one in particular may call for some significant wireless infrastructure upgrades. Mike Chapple explains why the ...Continue Reading
How to configure NAP for Windows Server 2008
The arrival of Windows Server 2008 ushers in a big portion of Microsoft's long-awaited Network Access Protection (NAP) initiative. In this tip, David Strom uses words and pictures to explain how to get started with NAP using the Network Policy ...Continue Reading
Is introducing Wi-Fi to airplanes is a good idea security-wise?
Wi-Fi on airplanes seems like it will be unavoidable in the future, but what security risks does it pose? In this security threats expert response, learn what airplane Wi-Fi might mean for security, and what precautions to take to protect sensitive ...Continue Reading
What are the dangers of using radio frequency identification (RFID) tags?
In this expert response, Joel Dubin discusses the dangers associated with radio frequency identification (RFID) tags, and how users can protect themselves.Continue Reading
Lessons learned from TJX: Best practices for enterprise wireless encryption
The TJX data breach revealed all too well the weaknesses of the Wired Equivalent Privacy security model. The retailer's well-documented compromise of more than 94 million credit card numbers proved that intruders can easily take advantage of ...Continue Reading
Is it possible to identify a fake wireless access point?
A network's identity is easy to fake. If you're looking for proof of a valid access point, Mike Chapple reveals some secure wireless options.Continue Reading
How 'evil twins' and multipots seek to bypass enterprise Wi-Fi defenses
Enterprise Wi-Fi threats are an ever-present struggle for security managers, and the most simplistic attack methods are often the most effective. In this tip, contributor Noah Schiffman explains how "evil twin" attacks work and why its sister attack...Continue Reading
Should a network be regularly checked for rogue access points?
Some enterprises may have to scan their network more frequently for rogue access points. In this expert Q&A, Michael Cobb explains what tools are necessary for period AP checks.Continue Reading
Will securing a wireless LAN make the data link layer vulnerable?
Even when an organization uses a VPN to secure a wireless LAN and users' transmitted data, there are still vulnerabilities. In this expert Q&A, network pro Mike Chapple explains what security issues can arise at the data link layer.Continue Reading
Do WEP weaknesses call for an upgrade to WPA2 encryption?
Should security professionals upgrade their wireless gear to support WPA encryption? 'It's the responsible thing to do,' says network security expert Mike Chapple.Continue Reading
What's the harm in removing the RFID chip in credit cards?
If you're concerned that a credit card's RFID chip is putting your personal data at risk, why not just drill the darn thing out? Not so fast, says Joel Dubin. In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, the identity management and access control expert ...Continue Reading
Public wireless networks present a raft of dangers
A company's end-users don't always have the luxury of a protected network, as many often leave the comfort of their guarded corporate environment and access the Internet from coffee shops, hotels, airports and other public areas. In this tip, Mike ...Continue Reading
Which wireless security assessment tools are commercially available?
Most auditors use open source tools to perform wireless assessments. There are other commerical options, though, as network security expert Mike Chapple explains in this SearchSecurity.com Q&A.Continue Reading
What is WiPhishing?
In this expert Q&A, information security threats expert Ed Skoudis addresses WiPhishing and the reasons you shouldn't trust every wireless access point.Continue Reading
What is the cause of a wireless LAN's unsecured connection?
In our expert Q & A, network security expert, Mike Chapple, reveals the reason behind your wireless LAN's "unsecured connection."Continue Reading
Is there a best practice for monitoring and detecting foreign wireless devices
In this Ask the Expert Q&A, Mike Chapple, SearchSecurity's resident network security expert recommends tools and tactics organizations can use to monitor and detect foreign wireless devices.Continue Reading
Know your wireless encryption options
Understanding wireless encryption is essential to deploying a secure wireless network. Contributor Tony Bradley breaks down the different encryption methods and explains why some are better than others.Continue Reading
Secure data transmission methods
The main purpose of this tip is to explore secure data transmission options that are available to help meet regulatory and legal requirements.Continue Reading
Wireless security basics: Authentication, encryption for access points
This section of our hacker techniques and tactics series focuses on implementing wireless security basics to prevent hacker compromise.Continue Reading
Assessment tools for a wireless network
Mobile IPv6: Mobility in a Wireless Internet
This excerpt is from Chapter 5, Securing Mobile IPv6 Signaling in Mobile IPv6: Mobility in a Wireless Internet written by Hesham Soliman and published by Addison Wesley.Continue Reading
Hacking for Dummies: Chapter 10 -- Wireless LANs
Learn how to keep your wireless LAN safe from hackers.Continue Reading
Securing wireless access against malware invasion
Expert Ed Skoudis provides best practices for securing a wireless LAN.Continue Reading
WEP vulnerabilities -- wired equivalent privacy?
A brief look at some of the security issues related to WEP usage and a link to a more detailed examination of these issues.Continue Reading
Battening down the WLAN hatches with AirMagnet Laptop Trio
David Strom puts AirMagnet Laptop Trio Version 3 to the test.Continue Reading
Wireless LAN intrusion detection
How to protect your wireless network.Continue Reading
How do you authenticate in 802.1x?
Expert answer about the multiple authentication methods available.Continue Reading
Wireless networking security policy
Here are some of the necessary elements of a wireless security policy.Continue Reading
10 Common questions (and answers) on WLAN security
Networking guru Lisa Phifer answers ten commonly asked questions about securing wireless LANs.Continue Reading
Policy-driven WLAN security
To reap the benefits of wireless, like anytime/anywhere access to enterprise systems, companies must take steps to reduce associated risks to acceptable levels.Continue Reading
Tutorial test: Identifying WLAN threats
Test your knowledge of wireless LAN threats.Continue Reading
Checklist for secure wireless LAN deployment
Lisa Phifer outlines a checklist for secure wireless LAN deployment in the areas of policy, integration planning, and deployment and beyond.Continue Reading
Ten steps to low-cost wireless LAN security
These tips for securing a wireless LAN won't break the bank.Continue Reading
Hardware and software components for war driving
Bolstering wireless LAN security
Strengthen your WLAN security with these tools.Continue Reading
Periodic rotation of WEP keys for a secure WLAN
SSID picked up by NetStumbler
Enterprise wireless security threats and responses
Prepare your organization for potential wireless security threats by knowing how to respond to each type of issue.Continue Reading
Control wireless vulnerabilities before they control you
While mobile computing is constantly growing in the market, wireless vulnerabilities inevitably grow as well. It is important to have your defenses ready.Continue Reading
Securing Wireless
Wireless LANs are all the rage -- enterprises are deploying them in record numbers. But, as with most emerging technology, WLAN security is being forsaken for WLAN speed.
In a recent Information Security magazine survey, 94% of respondents ...Continue ReadingBreaking unwanted TCP connections by modifying your route table
This tip will tell you how to inexpensively block unwanted TCP connections.Continue Reading
Potential security problems with RF transmissions
WTLS classes II and III
The pros and cons of using a honeypot
Limiting Internet access from a wireless LAN