This document discusses WiFi security and provides information on various topics related to securing wireless networks. It begins with an introduction to wireless networking and then covers security threats like eavesdropping and man-in-the-middle attacks. The document analyzes early security protocols like WEP that were flawed and discusses improved protocols like WPA and WPA2. It provides tips for securing a wireless network and examines potential health effects of WiFi radiation. The conclusion emphasizes that wireless security has improved greatly with new standards but work remains to be done.
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that uses the 802.11 standard developed by IEEE to allow for wireless local area network computer communication in public spectrum bands. Securing wireless networks is important and can be done by securing all wireless devices and educating users, actively monitoring the network for weaknesses, and using stronger security protocols like WPA2 instead of the deprecated WEP. While SSL encryption provides some security, public Wi-Fi connections can still be intercepted using man-in-the-middle attacks, so using a VPN service or SSH tunneling can further improve security when connecting over unknown networks.
This document discusses wireless LAN security. It describes various wireless LAN technologies and standards. It then discusses some common security issues with wireless LANs like war driving, eavesdropping, denial of service attacks, and rogue access points. It provides solutions for each security issue, such as using encryption, VPNs, firewalls, and tools to detect rogue access points.
An open, unencrypted wireless network can 'sniff' or capture and record the traffic, gain unauthorized access to internal network resources as well as to the internet, and then use the information and resources to perform disruptive or illegal acts.Many laptop computers have wireless cards pre-installed. The ability to enter a network while mobile has great benefits. However, wireless networking is prone to some security. Wireless networks relatively easy to break into, and even use wireless technology to hack into wired networks.The risks to users of wireless technology have increased as the service has become more popular.As a result, it is very important that enterprises define effective wireless security policies that guard against unauthorized access to important resources.
This document discusses security considerations for wireless LANs. It outlines common wireless LAN components like access points and antennas. It describes how wireless LANs can be configured in ad hoc networks or connect to wired LANs via an access point. The document discusses security threats from lack of encryption, rogue access points, and unauthorized network access. It provides recommendations for best practices like separating guest and internal networks, detecting rogue access points, using strong encryption, and establishing security policies.
The document outlines a presentation by two speakers on hacking and information security. It introduces the speakers and their backgrounds in cybersecurity. The presentation topics include basics of WiFi networks, wireless standards, encryption algorithms, wireless hacking methodology and common attacks. It also covers how to stay secure and defensive tools. Interactive portions engage the audience on their WiFi security concerns and ask for feedback to improve future sessions.
The document discusses WiFi security protocols WEP, WPA, and WPA2. It provides details on:
- The security flaws of the original WEP protocol and why it was deemed insecure
- The WPA protocol which improved on WEP by implementing TKIP, providing per-packet key mixing and integrity checks to address WEP issues
- The WPA2 protocol which is defined by the 802.11i standard and implements the more robust AES encryption and integrity protection using CCMP, requiring new hardware.
This document summarizes the history and security of Wi-Fi networks. It discusses how early security protocols like WEP were cracked and how newer protocols like WPA and WPA2 improved security but still have vulnerabilities. It provides advice on securing Wi-Fi networks including using a VPN, long passwords, and MAC address filtering. The document warns about risks of public hotspots and outlines legal issues around unauthorized network access.
Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that uses the 802.11 standard developed by IEEE to allow for wireless local area network computer communication in public spectrum bands. Securing wireless networks is important and can be done by securing all wireless devices and educating users, actively monitoring the network for weaknesses, and using stronger security protocols like WPA2 instead of the deprecated WEP. While SSL encryption provides some security, public Wi-Fi connections can still be intercepted using man-in-the-middle attacks, so using a VPN service or SSH tunneling can further improve security when connecting over unknown networks.
This document discusses wireless LAN security. It describes various wireless LAN technologies and standards. It then discusses some common security issues with wireless LANs like war driving, eavesdropping, denial of service attacks, and rogue access points. It provides solutions for each security issue, such as using encryption, VPNs, firewalls, and tools to detect rogue access points.
An open, unencrypted wireless network can 'sniff' or capture and record the traffic, gain unauthorized access to internal network resources as well as to the internet, and then use the information and resources to perform disruptive or illegal acts.Many laptop computers have wireless cards pre-installed. The ability to enter a network while mobile has great benefits. However, wireless networking is prone to some security. Wireless networks relatively easy to break into, and even use wireless technology to hack into wired networks.The risks to users of wireless technology have increased as the service has become more popular.As a result, it is very important that enterprises define effective wireless security policies that guard against unauthorized access to important resources.
This document discusses security considerations for wireless LANs. It outlines common wireless LAN components like access points and antennas. It describes how wireless LANs can be configured in ad hoc networks or connect to wired LANs via an access point. The document discusses security threats from lack of encryption, rogue access points, and unauthorized network access. It provides recommendations for best practices like separating guest and internal networks, detecting rogue access points, using strong encryption, and establishing security policies.
The document outlines a presentation by two speakers on hacking and information security. It introduces the speakers and their backgrounds in cybersecurity. The presentation topics include basics of WiFi networks, wireless standards, encryption algorithms, wireless hacking methodology and common attacks. It also covers how to stay secure and defensive tools. Interactive portions engage the audience on their WiFi security concerns and ask for feedback to improve future sessions.
The document discusses WiFi security protocols WEP, WPA, and WPA2. It provides details on:
- The security flaws of the original WEP protocol and why it was deemed insecure
- The WPA protocol which improved on WEP by implementing TKIP, providing per-packet key mixing and integrity checks to address WEP issues
- The WPA2 protocol which is defined by the 802.11i standard and implements the more robust AES encryption and integrity protection using CCMP, requiring new hardware.
This document summarizes the history and security of Wi-Fi networks. It discusses how early security protocols like WEP were cracked and how newer protocols like WPA and WPA2 improved security but still have vulnerabilities. It provides advice on securing Wi-Fi networks including using a VPN, long passwords, and MAC address filtering. The document warns about risks of public hotspots and outlines legal issues around unauthorized network access.
Wi-Fi uses radio waves to transmit data through the air according to the IEEE 802.11 standards. It allows computers and other devices to connect to the internet and each other wirelessly. The 802.11 standards include 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac which provide different speeds and capabilities. Wi-Fi networks use access points, wireless cards, and security protocols like WEP, WPA, and WPA2 to transmit data securely between devices over short ranges.
A presentation which on Wireless Network Security. It contains Introduction to wireless networking, security threats and risks, best practices on using wireless networks.
The document discusses security issues with wireless LANs and methods to improve security. It covers vulnerabilities in WEP encryption and authentication methods like open authentication and shared key authentication. It also introduces improved security standards like 802.1X authentication, TKIP encryption, and AES encryption to provide features like mutual authentication, dynamic keys, and message integrity checks. The conclusion recommends deploying as many security enhancements as possible for wireless LANs and understanding potential vulnerabilities when not all improvements can be implemented.
This document discusses security issues with wireless networks and protocols. It describes common wireless standards like 802.11b, g, and a. It then covers security protocols that aimed to improve on WEP like WPA and WPA2, discussing their encryption methods. The document also outlines various threats to wireless security like eavesdropping, unauthorized access, and denial of service attacks. It concludes by listing some common wireless hacking tools.
Wireless networks allow devices to connect to a wired network without cables. An access point connected to the wired network allows devices like computers and phones to connect wirelessly at broadband speeds. However, wireless networks pose security risks if not configured properly, as unencrypted wireless traffic can be intercepted and users can gain unauthorized access. It is important to set up security measures like access restrictions, encryption, and isolating wireless networks when deploying wireless networks.
This document summarizes wireless network security and mobile device security. It discusses wireless network threats such as identity theft, man-in-the-middle attacks, and denial of service attacks. It also discusses IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN security standards including WEP, WPA, and RSN. Mobile device security threats include lack of physical security controls, use of untrusted networks and applications. The document outlines security strategies for wireless transmissions, access points, and networks. It also describes the phases of IEEE 802.11i including discovery, authentication, key management, and protected data transfer.
This document summarizes wireless network security and best practices. It discusses how wireless networks are less secure than wired due to packet sniffing and remote access. It describes common wireless attacks like man-in-the-middle and denial of service. WEP encryption is shown to be flawed and easily cracked. WPA was introduced as an improvement over WEP but still has some vulnerabilities. The document recommends using strong encryption like AES, along with other security measures such as MAC filtering, static IPs, network separation, and policy to help secure a wireless network.
This document discusses 11ax wireless solutions from EnGenius Technologies for SMBs. It begins with an introduction to EnGenius and their mission to deliver reliable and affordable connectivity solutions. It then covers the growing demands on wireless networks from more connected devices and increasing bandwidth needs. The bulk of the document discusses Wi-Fi 6 technology standards and how EnGenius 11ax access points meet the new capabilities like higher speeds, improved range, and increased client capacity. Specifically, it introduces EnGenius' first 11ax 2x2 and 4x4 access point models targeted at different customer deployment needs.
The document provides an overview of IEEE 802.11 standards for wireless local area networks. It discusses the creation of 802.11 by IEEE, the physical layer, frame formats, and various 802.11 protocols including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac. It also describes the media access control including CSMA/CA and security features like authentication and WEP encryption.
Wi-Fi allows devices to connect to the Internet and send/receive data wirelessly within the range of a wireless access point. It provides freedom of movement and access to the Internet from various locations without wires. Common places to install Wi-Fi include airports, hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping malls to cater to users such as travelers, businesspeople, students, and others with laptops. Setting up a Wi-Fi network involves devices like access points, network switches, and wireless network cards or adapters.
This document discusses wireless network security. It begins by defining wireless networking and standards like 802.11 and 802.16. It then discusses threats to wireless networks like malicious association, ad hoc networks, and identity theft. Early security standards like WEP are explained, along with their weaknesses. Later standards that aimed to improve security are covered, such as 802.1x, 802.11i, and protocols like CCMP. The document concludes with thoughts on securing wireless transmissions through encryption and signal hiding, and securing wireless networks through encryption, antivirus software, and limiting access.
It is the powerpoint slide.It is all about WPA 3.It will make wifi more secure.This is the future of wireless security.Know how the man in the middle attack and krack attack works.Know also about RC4 encryption.
Wi-Fi is a wireless technology that allows devices to connect to the internet and each other without wires. It uses radio waves to transmit and receive data over short distances. The main components of a Wi-Fi network are access points, Wi-Fi cards in devices, and security measures. Wi-Fi provides mobility, ease of installation, and flexibility but has limitations like interference, performance degradation, high power usage, and limited range. It has many applications beyond basic internet access like streaming, file sharing, and smart home device synchronization.
Cracking of wireless networks is the defeating of security devices in Wireless local-area networks. Wireless local-area networks(WLANs) – also called Wi-Fi networks are inherently vulnerable to security lapses that wired networks Cracking is a kind of information network attack that is akin to a direct intrusion. There are two basic types of vulnerabilities associated with WLANs: those caused by poor configuration and those caused by weak encryption.
Wireless local area networks (WLANs) use radio waves to connect devices in a building or campus wirelessly. They integrate with wired networks through access points that bridge wireless and wired traffic. WLANs operate similarly to wired LANs but have some differences like lower security, limited bandwidth, and variable performance depending on location within the network coverage area. Common devices that use WLANs include tablets, smartphones and laptops.
This document discusses wireless sensor networks and their role in the Internet of Things. It defines sensor networks and their architecture, including sensor nodes that communicate wirelessly to a base station. It outlines challenges for sensor networks like fault tolerance, scalability, and quality of service. It also describes how sensor networks can be integrated into the Internet of Things through different approaches, with the first using a single gateway and later approaches using hybrid networks and access points. Applications of sensor networks in IoT include wearable devices collecting biometric data and communicating it to servers.
Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a generic term owned by "WiFi Alliance" which refers to any Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) based on IEEE 802.11 standard.
This presentation is prepared as reference of "E-Commerce Infrastructure" for BBA 6th Semester Students of Prime College. Document includes general introduction of WiFi Technology, WiFi Specification, advantages of WiFi and so on. Resources from various portals and slides from other authors has been used as reference.
This document discusses wireless networking technologies including IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi), Bluetooth, and their standards and specifications. It describes the basic concepts of wireless LANs including connecting devices, medium access control, basic service sets, extended service sets, frame formats, and addressing mechanisms. It also discusses Bluetooth standards, layers, and topologies such as piconets and scatternets.
This document discusses wireless network security. It begins by outlining the security requirements of authentication, confidentiality, integrity, non-repudiation, availability, and detection/isolation. It then discusses threats to wireless networks like eavesdropping, denial of service attacks, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Finally, it outlines methods to secure wireless networks, including using encryption, changing default passwords, and implementing the 802.11i security standard to authenticate devices and securely transmit data through techniques like WPA2.
Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, 3rd Edition, by Mark Ciampa
Knowledge and skills required for Network Administrators and Information Technology professionals to be aware of security vulnerabilities, to implement security measures, to analyze an existing network environment in consideration of known security threats or risks, to defend against attacks or viruses, and to ensure data privacy and integrity. Terminology and procedures for implementation and configuration of security, including access control, authorization, encryption, packet filters, firewalls, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
CNIT 120: Network Security
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The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Understanding WiFi Security Vulnerabilities and SolutionsAirTight Networks
These slides include discussion on important Wi-Fi security issues and the solutions available to address them. Enterprises which need to secure their networks from Wi-Fi threats in order to protect their information assets, prevent unauthorized use of their network, enforce no-Wi-Fi zones, and meet regulatory compliance for themselves and their clients will benefit from this discussion.
Wi-Fi uses radio waves to transmit data through the air according to the IEEE 802.11 standards. It allows computers and other devices to connect to the internet and each other wirelessly. The 802.11 standards include 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac which provide different speeds and capabilities. Wi-Fi networks use access points, wireless cards, and security protocols like WEP, WPA, and WPA2 to transmit data securely between devices over short ranges.
A presentation which on Wireless Network Security. It contains Introduction to wireless networking, security threats and risks, best practices on using wireless networks.
The document discusses security issues with wireless LANs and methods to improve security. It covers vulnerabilities in WEP encryption and authentication methods like open authentication and shared key authentication. It also introduces improved security standards like 802.1X authentication, TKIP encryption, and AES encryption to provide features like mutual authentication, dynamic keys, and message integrity checks. The conclusion recommends deploying as many security enhancements as possible for wireless LANs and understanding potential vulnerabilities when not all improvements can be implemented.
This document discusses security issues with wireless networks and protocols. It describes common wireless standards like 802.11b, g, and a. It then covers security protocols that aimed to improve on WEP like WPA and WPA2, discussing their encryption methods. The document also outlines various threats to wireless security like eavesdropping, unauthorized access, and denial of service attacks. It concludes by listing some common wireless hacking tools.
Wireless networks allow devices to connect to a wired network without cables. An access point connected to the wired network allows devices like computers and phones to connect wirelessly at broadband speeds. However, wireless networks pose security risks if not configured properly, as unencrypted wireless traffic can be intercepted and users can gain unauthorized access. It is important to set up security measures like access restrictions, encryption, and isolating wireless networks when deploying wireless networks.
This document summarizes wireless network security and mobile device security. It discusses wireless network threats such as identity theft, man-in-the-middle attacks, and denial of service attacks. It also discusses IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN security standards including WEP, WPA, and RSN. Mobile device security threats include lack of physical security controls, use of untrusted networks and applications. The document outlines security strategies for wireless transmissions, access points, and networks. It also describes the phases of IEEE 802.11i including discovery, authentication, key management, and protected data transfer.
This document summarizes wireless network security and best practices. It discusses how wireless networks are less secure than wired due to packet sniffing and remote access. It describes common wireless attacks like man-in-the-middle and denial of service. WEP encryption is shown to be flawed and easily cracked. WPA was introduced as an improvement over WEP but still has some vulnerabilities. The document recommends using strong encryption like AES, along with other security measures such as MAC filtering, static IPs, network separation, and policy to help secure a wireless network.
This document discusses 11ax wireless solutions from EnGenius Technologies for SMBs. It begins with an introduction to EnGenius and their mission to deliver reliable and affordable connectivity solutions. It then covers the growing demands on wireless networks from more connected devices and increasing bandwidth needs. The bulk of the document discusses Wi-Fi 6 technology standards and how EnGenius 11ax access points meet the new capabilities like higher speeds, improved range, and increased client capacity. Specifically, it introduces EnGenius' first 11ax 2x2 and 4x4 access point models targeted at different customer deployment needs.
The document provides an overview of IEEE 802.11 standards for wireless local area networks. It discusses the creation of 802.11 by IEEE, the physical layer, frame formats, and various 802.11 protocols including 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac. It also describes the media access control including CSMA/CA and security features like authentication and WEP encryption.
Wi-Fi allows devices to connect to the Internet and send/receive data wirelessly within the range of a wireless access point. It provides freedom of movement and access to the Internet from various locations without wires. Common places to install Wi-Fi include airports, hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping malls to cater to users such as travelers, businesspeople, students, and others with laptops. Setting up a Wi-Fi network involves devices like access points, network switches, and wireless network cards or adapters.
This document discusses wireless network security. It begins by defining wireless networking and standards like 802.11 and 802.16. It then discusses threats to wireless networks like malicious association, ad hoc networks, and identity theft. Early security standards like WEP are explained, along with their weaknesses. Later standards that aimed to improve security are covered, such as 802.1x, 802.11i, and protocols like CCMP. The document concludes with thoughts on securing wireless transmissions through encryption and signal hiding, and securing wireless networks through encryption, antivirus software, and limiting access.
It is the powerpoint slide.It is all about WPA 3.It will make wifi more secure.This is the future of wireless security.Know how the man in the middle attack and krack attack works.Know also about RC4 encryption.
Wi-Fi is a wireless technology that allows devices to connect to the internet and each other without wires. It uses radio waves to transmit and receive data over short distances. The main components of a Wi-Fi network are access points, Wi-Fi cards in devices, and security measures. Wi-Fi provides mobility, ease of installation, and flexibility but has limitations like interference, performance degradation, high power usage, and limited range. It has many applications beyond basic internet access like streaming, file sharing, and smart home device synchronization.
Cracking of wireless networks is the defeating of security devices in Wireless local-area networks. Wireless local-area networks(WLANs) – also called Wi-Fi networks are inherently vulnerable to security lapses that wired networks Cracking is a kind of information network attack that is akin to a direct intrusion. There are two basic types of vulnerabilities associated with WLANs: those caused by poor configuration and those caused by weak encryption.
Wireless local area networks (WLANs) use radio waves to connect devices in a building or campus wirelessly. They integrate with wired networks through access points that bridge wireless and wired traffic. WLANs operate similarly to wired LANs but have some differences like lower security, limited bandwidth, and variable performance depending on location within the network coverage area. Common devices that use WLANs include tablets, smartphones and laptops.
This document discusses wireless sensor networks and their role in the Internet of Things. It defines sensor networks and their architecture, including sensor nodes that communicate wirelessly to a base station. It outlines challenges for sensor networks like fault tolerance, scalability, and quality of service. It also describes how sensor networks can be integrated into the Internet of Things through different approaches, with the first using a single gateway and later approaches using hybrid networks and access points. Applications of sensor networks in IoT include wearable devices collecting biometric data and communicating it to servers.
Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a generic term owned by "WiFi Alliance" which refers to any Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) based on IEEE 802.11 standard.
This presentation is prepared as reference of "E-Commerce Infrastructure" for BBA 6th Semester Students of Prime College. Document includes general introduction of WiFi Technology, WiFi Specification, advantages of WiFi and so on. Resources from various portals and slides from other authors has been used as reference.
This document discusses wireless networking technologies including IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi), Bluetooth, and their standards and specifications. It describes the basic concepts of wireless LANs including connecting devices, medium access control, basic service sets, extended service sets, frame formats, and addressing mechanisms. It also discusses Bluetooth standards, layers, and topologies such as piconets and scatternets.
This document discusses wireless network security. It begins by outlining the security requirements of authentication, confidentiality, integrity, non-repudiation, availability, and detection/isolation. It then discusses threats to wireless networks like eavesdropping, denial of service attacks, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Finally, it outlines methods to secure wireless networks, including using encryption, changing default passwords, and implementing the 802.11i security standard to authenticate devices and securely transmit data through techniques like WPA2.
Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, 3rd Edition, by Mark Ciampa
Knowledge and skills required for Network Administrators and Information Technology professionals to be aware of security vulnerabilities, to implement security measures, to analyze an existing network environment in consideration of known security threats or risks, to defend against attacks or viruses, and to ensure data privacy and integrity. Terminology and procedures for implementation and configuration of security, including access control, authorization, encryption, packet filters, firewalls, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
CNIT 120: Network Security
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The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Understanding WiFi Security Vulnerabilities and SolutionsAirTight Networks
These slides include discussion on important Wi-Fi security issues and the solutions available to address them. Enterprises which need to secure their networks from Wi-Fi threats in order to protect their information assets, prevent unauthorized use of their network, enforce no-Wi-Fi zones, and meet regulatory compliance for themselves and their clients will benefit from this discussion.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Wifi Security, or Descending into Depression and DrinkSecurityTube.Net
This document discusses various techniques for exploiting weaknesses in WiFi security to intercept and manipulate web traffic. It describes how unencrypted management frames and shared wireless media allow spoofing access points and intercepting sessions. With tools like LORCON, attackers can inject packets to hijack TCP streams and manipulate browsers by rewriting HTML, JavaScript and redirecting HTTPS to HTTP. Persistent attacks are also possible by caching manipulated content for long periods.
The document discusses WiFi security standards and protocols including WEP, WPA, and WPA2. It provides details on:
- The need for WiFi security due to broadcasting of network secrets.
- The two phases of 802.11 security - authentication and encryption.
- Weaknesses of WEP including key reuse and lack of key management.
- TKIP as an interim solution to address WEP weaknesses while allowing legacy hardware.
- AES-CCMP, the strongest method defined in 802.11i, using AES encryption.
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) was an early protocol for wireless network security. It aimed to provide confidentiality through encryption and integrity through a checksum. However, WEP had several flaws:
1. It reused encryption keys too frequently due to a small initialization vector space, allowing the same encryption to be used for multiple packets.
2. It used a weak integrity checksum that could be predicted, allowing packets to be modified without detection.
3. Its short secret key provided insufficient security against brute force attacks to recover keys from captured network traffic.
The document discusses the characteristics and security issues of wireless LANs (WLANs). It describes the advantages and disadvantages of WLANs, as well as their design goals and transmission technologies. It then discusses some specific wireless security issues for WLANs, including interception of radio signals, reliance on shared public infrastructure, and risks from rogue access points and war driving. Finally, it provides an overview of the IEEE 802.11 standard for WLANs, including its network architectures, transmission methods like CSMA/CA, frame types, and security features.
Underwater Wireless Communication is the wireless communication in which acoustic signals (waves) carry digital information through an underwater channel.
The document discusses mind reading computers that can infer a person's mental state by analyzing facial expressions and movements in real time using cameras and machine learning. It works by tracking 24 facial points to model relationships between expressions and mental states. Potential applications include augmented communication tools, monitoring human interactions, and controlling wheelchairs or robots with thought. However, issues around privacy, predictability of behavior, and defining free will must still be addressed before using brain data to categorize people.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere, promising self-driving cars, medical breakthroughs, and new ways of working. But how do you separate hype from reality? How can your company apply AI to solve real business problems?
Here’s what AI learnings your business should keep in mind for 2017.
This document presents information on underwater wireless communication. It discusses how acoustic waves can be used for underwater wireless transmission instead of radio waves due to water's inhibiting effects on radio waves. The document outlines the working, applications, advantages and disadvantages of underwater wireless communication using acoustic waves and acoustic modems. It provides figures showing different acoustic modems and the network architecture. The conclusion states that underwater wireless using acoustic waves can achieve high data rates with lower path loss compared to other methods.
Imaging beyond the visible - An Overview of Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) Techno...Allied Vision
Find out how Short-wave Infrared camera technology can benefit machine vision and industrial applications including semiconductor inspection, photovoltaics, glass inspection and plastic sorting (hyperspectral imaging). This presentation also discusses the differences between SWIR and CCD/CMOS cameras.
E-waste refers to electronic products that are near or at the end of their useful life. It contains toxic materials like lead, cadmium, and mercury that can harm the environment and human health. The amount of e-waste is increasing rapidly as electronics usage grows. Most e-waste in India is handled by the informal sector using unsafe methods. Proper e-waste management includes collection, sorting, recycling, and treatment to safely handle toxins. The government is working with organizations and implementing regulations, but increased awareness and producer responsibility are still needed to address this challenging waste stream.
The document discusses mind reading computers that can summarize a person's mental state by analyzing facial expressions and head gestures using video cameras and machine learning. It can identify features like facial expressions that indicate emotions, thoughts, and mental workload. The technology works by tracking facial feature points and modeling the relationship between expressions and mental states over time. Potential applications include monitoring human interactions, detecting driver states, and developing assistive technologies like mind-controlled wheelchairs. Issues involve ensuring reliability and addressing ethical concerns around predicting future behaviors.
This document discusses e-waste, its effects on the environment, and management strategies. It defines e-waste as electronic and electric products nearing the end of their usable life. E-waste comes from sources like IT equipment, appliances, consumer devices, and medical equipment. When improperly disposed, e-waste releases toxic heavy metals like lead, chromium, cadmium, and mercury that can damage human health and the environment. Effective e-waste management requires efforts from governments, industries, and citizens to implement regulations, reduce waste, encourage recycling and reuse, and make more sustainable product choices.
The ppt Sujoy and I made for the Psi Phi ( An Inter School Competition held by our School). Our Topic was Artificial Intelligence.
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Theme Images from ESET NOD32 (My Antivirus of Choice)
Backgrounds from SwimChick.net (Amazing designs here)
Credits Image from Full Metal Alchemist (One of my favorite Anime).
This document discusses motion sensing technology. It begins by defining a sensor and describing motion sensors, which detect movement. The main types of motion sensors are active sensors, which emit and detect signals, and passive sensors, which detect infrared radiation. Motion sensing has applications in security, lighting, and games. The document explores specific motion sensing technologies like infrared, ultrasonic, and microwave sensors. It also discusses the use of motion sensors in mobile devices and games like the Kinect. In conclusion, the document states that while important for gaming now, motion sensing will have more impact in non-gaming applications.
This Presentation will give you an overview about Artificial Intelligence : definition, advantages , disadvantages , benefits , applications .
We hope it to be useful .
This document discusses wireless network security. It covers wireless network modes including infrastructure and ad-hoc modes. Common wireless standards such as 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g are described. The document also discusses wireless security features including SSID, WEP, and WPA. It explains the advantages of wireless networks such as easy installation, and disadvantages such as lower bandwidth. Security issues with WEP such as vulnerabilities to cracking are covered. WPA is presented as an improved security protocol over WEP.
Wireless Device and Network level securityChetan Kumar S
This document provides an overview of security at the device, network, and server levels for wireless systems. It discusses security requirements and challenges for mobile devices, networks, and servers. It also summarizes common wireless network security standards and protocols like WEP, WPA, and WPA2. Specific security threats and potential solutions are outlined for each level.
The document discusses security issues with IEEE 802.11b wireless local area networks (WLANs). It outlines 7 main security problems: 1) easy access to networks, 2) unauthorized access points, 3) unauthorized use of services, 4) constraints on service and performance, 5) MAC spoofing and session hijacking, 6) traffic analysis and eavesdropping, 7) higher level attacks once access is gained. It then analyzes weaknesses in the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption used by 802.11b and outlines improvements made in later standards like Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) and 802.11i.
Seminar Paper on Security Issues of 802.11b based on IEEE Whitepaper by Boland, H. and Mousavi, H., Carleton University, Ottawa, Ont., Canada, IEEE Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2-5 May 2004
Solving Downgrade and DoS Attack Due to the Four Ways Handshake Vulnerabiliti...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
The growing volume of attacks on the Internet has
increased the demand for more robust systems and
sophisticated tools for vulnerability analysis, intrusion
detection, forensic investigations, and possible responses.
Current hacker tools and technologies warrant reengineering
to address cyber crime and homeland security. The being
aware of the flaws on a network is necessary to secure the
information infrastructure by gathering network topology,
intelligence, internal/external vulnerability analysis, and
penetration testing. This paper has as main objective to
minimize damages and preventing the attackers from
exploiting weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the 4 ways
handshake (WIFI).
We equally present a detail study on various attacks and
some solutions to avoid or prevent such attacks in WLAN.
Viable means using which Wireless Network Security can be JeopardizedIRJET Journal
This document discusses various ways in which the security of wireless networks can be compromised. It begins by providing background on wireless network security and protocols such as WEP, WPA, and WPA2. While these protocols aimed to improve security over their predecessors, they still had vulnerabilities that allowed unauthorized access. The document then describes eight common methods that malicious attackers use to gain control of wireless networks, such as exploiting ad-hoc networks, traffic analysis, and spoofing. It concludes by noting that while security has improved, experienced attackers will still attempt to find loopholes to hack networks.
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4. Why security is more of a concern in
wireless?
ƒ no inherent physical protection
physical connections between devices are
replaced by logical associations
sending and receiving messages do not need
physical access to the network infrastructure
(cables, hubs, routers, etc.
5. Why security is more of a concern in
wireless?
ƒ broadcast communications
wireless usually means radio, which has a
broadcast nature
transmissions can be overheard by anyone in
range – anyone can generate transmissions,
• which will be received by other devices in
range
• which will interfere with other nearby
transmissions and may prevent their correct
reception (jamming)
6. Why security is more of a concern in
wireless?
eavesdropping is easy
injecting bogus messages into the network is
easy
replaying previously recorded messages is easy
illegitimate access to the network and its
services is easy
denial of service is easily achieved by jamming
7. Wi-Fi Security Threats
Wireless technology doesn’t remove any old security
issue, but introduces new ones
Eavesdropping
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Denial of Service
8. Eavesdropping
Easy to perform, most impossible to detect
By default , everything is transmitted in clear text
-Username, passwds,content...
-No secuirty offered by the transmission medium
Different tools available on the internet
-Network sniffers, protocol analysers
-Passwd collectors
With the right equipment, it’s possible to eavesdrop
traffic from few kilometres away
9. Man In The Middle Attack
Attacker spoofs a disassociate message from the
victim
The victim starts to look for a new access point, and
the attacker advertises his own AP on a different
channel, using he real Aps MAC address
The attacker connects to the real
AP using victim’s MAC address
10. Denial of Service
Attack on transmission regency used
Frequency jamming
Not very technical, but works
Attack on MAC layer
Spoofed deauthentication / disassociatin messages
Can target on specific user
Attacks on higher layer protocol(TCP/IP protocol)
SYN Flooding
13. Unsecured/Open
Leaving your Wi-Fi unsecured is synonymous with
leaving your front door wide open, so anyone could
simply walk in.
Leaving your Wi-Fi unsecured also transmits data
packets between users and the router in unencrypted
format, which makes these data packets easy to
intercept and read.
14. WEP
(Wired Equivalent Privacy)
Default encryption protocol
Based on RC4 encryption algorithm
with a secret key of 40 bits or 104 bits being
combined with a 24-bit Initialisation Vector(IV) to
encrypt the plaintext message M and its checksumthe ICV (Integrity check value)
The encrypted message C was therefore determined
using the following formula:
C = [ M || ICV(M) ] + [ RC4(K || IV) ]
16. What’s wrong with WEP?
IV values can be reused
IV length is too short
Weak keys are susceptible to attack
Master keys are used directly
Key Management and updating is poorly provided
Message integrity checking is ineffective
17. WPA
(Wifi Protected access)
Introduced to correct the inherent weaknesses of
WEP
Data is encrypted using the RC4 stream cipher, with a
128-bit key and a 48-bit initialization vector (IV).
One major improvement in WPA over WEP is the
Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), which
dynamically changes keys as the system is used.
When combined with the much larger IV, this defeats
the well-known key recovery attacks on WEP.
18. TKIP packet is comprised of three parts:
1. A 128-bit temporal key that is shared by both
clients and access points.
2. An MAC address of a client device.
3. A 48-bit initialization vector describes a packet
sequence number.
19. TKIP packet
This combination guarantees various wireless clients
use different keys.
In order to be compatible with existing hardware,
TKIP uses the same encryption algorithm (RC4) as
WEP. As such, only software or firmware upgrade is
required to implement TKIP. Compared with WEP,
TKIP changes the temporal keys every10000 packets.
This dynamic distribution leaves potential hackers
little room to crack TKIP key.
In general, most security experts believe that TKIP is a
stronger encryption than WEP. However, they also
agree that TKIP should be an interim solution because
of its use of RC4 algorithm.
20. A summary of WPA benefits
In general, the security advantages of WPA over WEP
are:
• Apply stronger network access control through
mutual authentication
• Support better security technologies like 802.1X,
EAP, RADIUS and preshared keys
• Adopt dynamic keys in TKIP to establish better key
management
• Enforce data integrity through Michael Message
Integrity Check
• Provide forward compatibility to ultimate wireless
security solution, 802.11i
21. WPA potential security issues:
There are still potential encryption weaknesses in
TKIP. Fortunately, the successful crack is expected to
be heavy and expensive.
Performance may be sacrificed potentially due to a
more complex and computation intensive
authentication and encryption protocols.
22. WPA2
Wi-Fi Protected Access 2
Was ratified in 2004 as a solution to the key encryption
problems contained in WEP and WPA.
A couple of small flaws appeared in WPA2, which
require a quality of service attack or physical positioning
between the user and router, but neither of these flaws
are considered a severe threat that exposes user data.
WPA2 offers two encryption algorithms: AES and TKIP.
TKIP is essentially WPA encryption, so for the benefits of
WPA2 encryption, you should choose AES.
Another option on most routers is to choose both,
which allows the stronger security of AES when
applicable, but uses the weaker TKIP when compatibility
issues arise.
23. Wi-Fi security tips
Use a strong password.
Don't broadcast your SSID.
Use good wireless encryption.
Restrict access by MAC address.
Shut down the network when it's not being used
Monitor your network for intruders.
Cover the bases.
26. Conclusion
Wireless security has undergone major evolutions in
last 7 years. WEP, the original security standard, is
widely considered as broken. The IEEE 802.11 Group,
the Wi-Fi Alliance and major network equipment
vendors like Cisco are all working together to develop
a new level of security standards.
27. References
SANS Institute InfoSec Reading Room
www.sans.org/readingroom/whitepapers/wireless/evolution-wirelesssecurity-80211-networks-wep-wpa-80211-standards1109
802.11ac: The Fifth Generation of Wi-Fi Technical
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In Last 2 slots of seminar we have seen .In todays seminar I’ll be emphasizing on security of wifi as security is essential part of any technologyWi-Fi can be less secure than wired connections (such as Ethernet) because an intruder does not need a physical connection.
Content for today/s seminar is
Due to wireless nature there is no inherent physical protection
Evesdropping-Eavesdropping is the act of secretly listening to the private conversation of others without their consentMITM-An attack where a user gets between the sender and receiver of information and sniffs any information being sent. DOS- a denial-of-service attack (DoS attack) is an attempt to make a machine or network resource unavailable to its intended users.
Easy to perform, lmost impossible to detectBy default , everything is transmitted in clear text-Username, passwds,content...-Nosecuirty offered by the transmission mediumDifferent tools available on the internet-Network snffers, protocol analysers-Passwd collectors
confidentiality – messages sent must be encrypted authenticity – origin of messages received must be verified replay detection – freshness of messages received must be checked integrity – modifying messages on-the-fly (during radio transmission) is not so easy, but possible … – integrity of messages received must be verified access control – access to the network services should be provided only to legitimate entities
Open- means no password. Anyone can get access .WEP uses secret keys to encrypt data. Both AP and the receiving stations must know the secret keys.WPA – It uses Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP)WPA 2-Uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) was the default encryption protocol introduced in the first IEEE 802.11 standard back in 1999. It is based on the RC4 encryption algorithm, with a secret key of 40 bits or 104 bits being combined with a 24-bit Initialisation Vector (IV) to encrypt the plaintext message M and its checksum – the ICV (Integrity Check Value). The encrypted message C was therefore determined using the following formula: C = [ M || ICV(M) ] + [ RC4(K || IV) ] where || is a concatenation operator and + is a XOR operator
As u can see here this is a cipher text
What’s wrong with WEP?IV values can be reusedIn fact the standard does not specify that the value needs to change at all. Reusing keys is a major cryptographic weakness in any security system.IV length is too short24 bit keys allow for around 16.7 million possibilities. Sounds a lot, but on a busy network this number can be achieved in a few hours. Weak keys are susceptible to attackCertain keys value combinations, ’Weak IVs’, do not produce sufficiently random data for the first few bytes. This is the basis of the highly publicized attacks on WEP and the reason that keys can be discovered.Manufacturers often deliberately disallow Weak IV values. This is good in that it reduces the chances of a hacker capturing weak keys, but also has the effect of reducing the already limited key possibilities further, increasing the chance of reuse of keys.Master keys are used directlyFrom a cryptographic point of view using master keys directly is not at all recommended. Master keys should only be used to generate other temporary keys. WEP is seriously flawed in this respect.Key Management and updating is poorly provided forAdministration of WEP keys is not well designed and difficult to do on large networks. Users tend to change keys very infrequently which gives a potential hacker lots of time to collect enough packets to launch an attack.Message integrity checking is ineffectiveWEP does have a message integrity check but hackers can change messages and recompute a new value to match. This makes the checking ineffective against tampering.ConclusionAlthough WEP is far from an ideal security solution you should still use it. Some security is better than none. A determined attacker may be able to discover your keys given time and enough weak IVs, but that’s no reason to leave all of your doors open.
Wi-Fi Protected Access, or WPA, was introduced to correct the inherent weaknesses of WEP. Although it does improve security, it has its own problems. The encryption key used by WPA relies on a passphrase, the service set identification name (SSID), SSID length and a random value. The majority of the information used to create this 256-bit key is readily known, so a would-be hacker needs only guess the passphrase to have access to the network. Dictionary attacks systematically attempt numerous combinations of words, characters and phrases to guess this passphrase. It was determined that a passphrase comprised of less than 20 characters could be defeated.
However, WPA also presents some potential security issues:
Wireless networking can be kind of scary from a security standpoint. It opens up whole new attack vectors that were not present with wired network infrastructures. That doesn't mean you can't do it securely, however, and I aim to give you some ideas that can help you in that regard.Don't broadcast your SSID. -Use good wireless encryption. -WEP is not exactly "good" encryption. With a freely available tool like aircrack, you can sniff wireless traffic protected by WEP and crack security on that network in a matter of minutes. WPA is the current, common encryption standard you should probably be using -- though, of course, you should use something stronger as soon as it becomes available to you. Technology is advancing every day, on both sides of the encryption arms race, after all.Restrict access by MAC address. -restricting the MAC addresses allowed to connect to the network helps ensure you are not one of the "low hanging fruits" that people prefer to attack. Shut down the network when it's not being used-If you have the sort of network that does not need to be running twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, you can reduce the availability of it to security crackers by turning it off when it isn't in use.Monitor your network for intruders. You should always make sure you have an eye on what's going on, that you are tracking attack trends. The more you know about what malicious security crackers are trying to do to your network, the better the job of defending against them you can do. Collect logs on scans and access attempts, use any of the hundreds of statistics generating tools that exist to turn those logs into more useful information, and set up your logging server to email you when something really anomalous happens. Cover the bases. Make sure you have some kind of good firewall running, whether on a wireless router or on a laptop you use to connect to wireless networks away from home
Last but not the leastI would like to point out this question in my presentation. Is Wi-fi Safe for Human?Wifi health effects on the human body are commonly dismissed because we love the convenience. Wi-Fi dangers are ignored. After all we can walk around our house with our laptop and not lose connection. No messy inconvenient cords. We can keep up with mails and conduct our work at coffee shops, airports, hotels, even hospitals. Who wants to give up ths kind of convenience?Nd yet, have we stopped to think about the fact that there was no safety testing conducted before it went into used.
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