Wireless Security
Overview
Lured by the promise of reduced network setup costs and greater flexibility for its users, many organisations have implemented wireless networks. The nature of wireless networking however, poses a significant threat to organisations that may not have given proper consideration to the security weaknesses that are an inherent part of wireless networking, potentially exposing corporate data. This introduction to wireless security provides an overview of the evolving technology, identifies common vulnerabilities in device settings & configuration, and discusses practical ways in which wireless security can be improved.
SIFT’s Foundations of Wireless Security course will provide participants with an understanding of how the technology works, security implications and methods in which implementations can be best secured with existing protocols.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- An interest to learn about wireless network security
Duration
Foundations of Wireless Security is a 1 day course, running from 9.00am until 5.00pm. Contact us for information on scheduled dates.
Audience
The Foundations of Wireless Security course provides coverage of security issues from both a business and technical perspective. The course is intended for anyone involved in wireless security implementations, decision-making management or analysis, including IT Managers & Project Managers, IT Security, System Architects, Network Infrastructure, and Internal IT Auditors.
What will you take away?
In order to appreciate the vulnerabilities inherent in many wireless network deployments, it is necessary to gain an understanding of wireless networking concepts and how the technology has evolved. Furthermore, gaining awareness of the methods used by hackers to compromise wireless networks is beneficial for identifying potential weaknesses and applying appropriate risk management. This knowledge is developed through an interactive course, providing real examples of wireless exploits, information on the ways in which vulnerabilities can be reduced and a discussion of the business drivers for implementing wireless networks.
Participants in this course will take away:
- An understanding of how wireless networks operate and some examples of wireless devices that are currently available
- An appreciation for the current state of wireless technology
- Knowledge of the risks, threats and potential consequences of default implementations
- An understanding of the ‘Defence in Depth’ approach to improving wireless security
- An awareness of existing business drivers for deploying wireless networks and organisational policy that supports enforcement of security
- An insight into future developments in wireless technology
Course Topics
Module 1 –Wireless Now
Module 1 provides an overview of the current state of wireless technology, along with benefits and dangers of insecure implementations. Basic wireless functionality is covered, as a precursor to discussion on vulnerabilities. The types of wireless network deployments is presented, along with the range of wireless protocols currently in use.
Module 2 – Vulnerabilities
Module 2 explores basic wireless networking functionality in greater depth, with security vulnerabilities presented alongside real examples. Vulnerabilities are described from a hacker’s perspective, identifying how and why they may be exploited. The Defence in Depth methodology is described and considered with relevance to the range of wireless vulnerabilities.
Module 3 – Improving Security
As part of Module 3 the ‘Defence in Depth’ methodology is explored in greater detail, identifying how each of the vulnerabilities can be addressed. Perspective is provided to the importance of this security methodology in reducing the overall risk exposure for an organisation. Key methods for improving wireless security are presented, including network design and device configuration.
Module 4 – Security Assurance
Module 4 examines the importance of implementing business processes in support of technical security measures. This segment provides a discussion on education and the risks associated with ‘rogue’ wireless devices and the need for security policy to enforce wireless restrictions. Maintenance efforts are discussed, along with benefits of both internal and external wireless audit.
Courses
Foundations of Wireless Security
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