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How to Hack WiFi (Wireless) Network Wireless networks are accessible to anyone within the router’s transmission radius. This makes them vulnerable to attacks. Hotspots are available in public places such as airports, restaurants, parks, etc. In this tutorial, we will introduce you to common techniques used to exploit weaknesses in wireless network security implementations. Cyber security - small firms now in the firing line Small businesses need to upgrade their awareness of - and abilities in - cyber security if they are to avoid becoming the 'soft underbelly' of the UK's fights against hackers and cyber threats. Media Reports about IT security breaches resulting in data loss and other compromises to corporate data integrity usually only make headline news when big name brands are hit. Resultant concerns about reputational damage have spurred many medium-to-large enterprises (MLEs) into reviewing their cyber-security strategies and redoubling their efforts to ensure that their ICT is properly protected - or at least as protected as possible within the context of their risk assessments and IT budgets. Because of their size a lot of the damage can over time be 'managed'. Disproportionate riches

does CPU Supports Windows 8 ? Windows 8 RP has officially been released with new features and improvements. Users who are planning to upgrade from Windows 7 or Windows 8 CP to Windows 8 RP shouldn’t go by the system requirements given in the official page as many users are receiving “Your PC’s CPU isn’t compatible with Windows 8” error while upgrading to Windows 8. The error occurs when a user tries to upgrade to Windows 8 on a machine that doesn’t support PAE, NX, and SSE2 features. Users who have are getting the error should check out the BIOS for NX entries and enable the same. If the feature isn’t available, there is no working method available to install Windows 8. Network Security Basics - Definition, Threats and Solutions Today, hacks, data breaches, and cyberattacks are more common than ever before. In fact, the number of data breaches that exposed private records more than doubled between 2015 and 2017 alone. The increasing number and severity of these attacks make network security a topic of utmost importance, especially for current and prospective certified IT professionals. CompTIA has done extensive research on cybersecurity, and one recent study on building security teams, shows that the primary driver for a new security approach is a change in IT operations. Migrating to a cloud provider, adding new mobile devices or focusing on data analytics are all common IT strategies that require new security tactics.

Security Notice Update: July 10, 2015 @ 8:00 PM EST Thank you for taking the time to read our posts and follow our recommended actions after the recent events. Behind-the-scenes, our response has been ongoing. As we mentioned before, we’ve engaged security experts and firms to help us, and we’re working with the authorities to take the appropriate actions. These events have put our systems to the test, and we’re more secure as a result. Common Wireless Network Security Threats With the deployment of wireless LANs in almost any type of environment, the risk of attacks occurring on wireless networks goes up. A number of different reasons are behind this, but it mainly stems from a lack of wireless network knowledge. Unlike a wired network which requires physical access to a device, a wireless network can be targeted and exploited from a distance. This article reviews some basic wireless security fundamentals and reviews some of the most common threats that exist when deploying wireless networks. Wireless Security Basics There are a number of basic fundamentals that a person or company needs to be aware of when deploying a wireless network.

Introduction to Cyber Security: More free resources from The Open University Copyrighted image Copyright: © Oksipix 4 | Dreamstime.com 5 - Cyber Security Photo About the course Do you want to better understand online security and protect your digital life, whether at home or work? Common Wireless Network Attacks and How to Avoid Them Airports, coffee shops, restaurants, technically-challenged neighbors — free WiFi is everywhere, and it’s great. You can save data on your phone and take your work on the road without worrying about finding a connection. But these networks aren’t always safe. Some of them are specifically set up to harvest your data, and even networks you trust can be vulnerable. Indeed, if you’ve used public WiFi with any frequency, you’ve probably had someone snoop on you using one of these methods. Packet-sniffing

ID access management's cloud challenge With users accessing systems from ever more obscure points of entry, how do you keep control of access privileges? We look at the software that may have the answer. The problem of offsetting data security against accessibility has proved a ubiquitous problem of the last decade. As the range of software that users have to work with has broadened and security's remit has become enlarged, IT administrators have struggled to keep control of system and application access without complicating the login process. Identity access management (IAM) software has emerged as an important tool for administrators trying to regain control. Research firm Gartner has estimated that companies are spending roughly 8 per cent of their data security budget on IAM tools.

Wireless Attacks and Penetration Testing (part 1 of 3) The very idea of a wireless network introduces multiple venues for attack and penetration that are either much more difficult or completely impossible to execute with a standard, wired network. Wireless networks only know the boundaries of their own signal: streets, parks, nearby buildings, and cars all offer a virtual "port" into your wireless network. This is the first of a three part series on penetration testing for wireless networks. This installment will detail many common styles of attacks against wireless networks, introduce WEP key-cracking, and then discuss some recent developments in wireless security. Part two of this series will explain the WEP key-cracking process in detail, review standard port scanning techniques, and then explain how to identify and exploit vulnerabilities.

Infrastructure cyber attack threat grows Despite high-profile attacks, there is still a lack of IT security in key public infrastructure. We ask if it will take a major meltdown to prompt governments to take action. It is almost a year now since the attack on the control system of an Iranian nuclear reactor by the Stuxnet virus. However, despite this ominous development and recent reports that the threat of attacks has increased, a worrying amount of vital public infrastructure is still vulnerable. Securing Wireless Networks Wireless networks introduce additional security risks. If you have a wireless network, make sure to take appropriate precautions to protect your information. In today’s connected world, almost everyone has at least one internet-connected device. With the number of these devices on the rise, it is important to implement a security strategy to minimize their potential for exploitation (see Securing the Internet of Things). Internet-connected devices may be used by nefarious entities to collect personal information, steal identities, compromise financial data, and silently listen to—or watch—users. Taking a few precautions in the configuration and use of your devices can help prevent this type of activity.