Securing your wireless network
As you saw in the previous section, a penetration tester or threat actor can attempt to compromise your wireless network and obtain its password. Whether you're a student taking a computer security course, an IT professional, or simply an enthusiast, this section covers some of the methods and techniques that you can use to improve the security of your network and prevent such attacks.
SSID management
When you purchase a new access point or wireless router, the default SSID is usually that of the manufacturer; SSID is the technical term that's used to identify the name of the wireless network. For example, the default SSID of a new Linksys access point would contain the name Linksys as its SSID. Many manufacturers implement their name as part of the default configuration to help the user quickly identify their wireless network when setting up a new access point. However, sometimes, individuals and organizations do not change the default...
