Overly broad permissions can turn one compromised account into a much larger security problem. Learn how to reduce unnecessary access, review privileges, and apply least privilege across modern Linux systems. Review Linux Privileges×

Alerts This Week
Warning Icon 1 515
Alerts This Week
Warning Icon 1 515

Protecting Against Wireless LAN Attacks and Security Risks

Calendar Jan 30, 2003 • User Avatar Anthony Pell
1 min read
General Esm H446
Topics%20covered

Topics Covered

network security data protection information security wireless technology security risks hacking threats
Wireless local area network (wireless Lan) technology frees businesses and home users from the tyranny of computer cabling. But it also brings new threats, potentially opening another door to attack from unscrupulous competitors, hackers and other criminals intent on obtaining . . . Wireless local area network (wireless Lan) technology frees businesses and home users from the tyranny of computer cabling. But it also brings new threats, potentially opening another door to attack from unscrupulous competitors, hackers and other criminals intent on obtaining or damaging data.

Last year the phenomenon of 'warchalking' spread to the UK from the US. Hackers walk through a business district identifying wireless Lans from the street and writing the access codes on nearby walls and pavement. Anyone with a wireless card and the ability to read the signs can then access the identified network.

The link for this article located at VNUNet is no longer available.