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WiFi Protected Setup Hacked!

1/30/2012

 
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If your router supports the WPS or WiFi Protected Setup feature it's a good idea to disable it entirely (if possible) until your hardware manufacturer comes up with a security fix.  Currently, there's no way to diable WPS on Linksys products (not good news).  Even if your wireless network is secured and encrypted with WPA or WPA2 security, your home network can be hacked via the WPS security hole.  Good news if you own a Apple product (Airport Extreme or Express): Apple currently supports WPS but their implementation of the feature is secure and your network will be safe.  

VIA PCMAG:

http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2398435,00.asp


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