Three wireless security myths - busted!

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  1. TheKid7

    TheKid7 Registered Member

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    Three wireless security myths - busted!:
    http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/05/22/busting-wireless-security-myths-video/
     
    TheKid7, May 22, 2013
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    Nothing new... but good to highlight the fundamentals for novice users...
     
    fax, May 22, 2013
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    This is Sophos complete nonsense. If I understand right by hiding one's SSID will make you less secure. Utter nonsense. I always believe in a layered security system. Wireless security is no different:

    1) Do "NOT" broadcast your SSID.

    2) A good password

    3) WPA2 encryption

    4) "Take good care" :) of your router.

    5) Good Luck...:D.
     
    CogitoTesting, May 22, 2013
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    Not what they say, they state in short that hiding your SSID will NOT make you more secure. That is basically correct.
     
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