Wireless and mobile security

In this guide, get advice on tools, software and tactics for wireless network security and wireless mobile device security. Learn how to build and maintain a secure wireless LAN, how to protect mobile devices, and how to successfully configure, implement and manage a solid wireless network.

June 02, 2021 02 Jun'21
Microsoft buys ReFirm Labs to bolster IoT firmware security

Microsoft has bought ReFirm Labs in an IoT security play. The company said Refirm's open source-based products would help it address firmware vulnerabilities in IoT devices.
February 28, 2020 28 Feb'20
RSA 2020: US needs allies to battle China's 5G threat

Experts at RSA 2020 said the United States and its allies have to solve trade disputes and combine resources to secure global 5G infrastructure against Chinese threats.
February 27, 2020 27 Feb'20
RSA 2020: Experts say US is too slow in deploying 5G

At the RSA 2020 conference, experts said enterprise-class 5G services are years away. Obstacles include security and doubts about profitability.
March 07, 2012 07 Mar'12
NIST releases SP 800-153 WLAN security guidelines

The recently released NIST SP 800-153 addresses security of WLANS. Join us, as we take a closer look at the document’s recommendations.

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How does 802.11ax security benefit from WPA3?

Security methods like WPA3 and Opportunistic Wireless Encryption will give a boost to 802.11ax security, but securing the new wireless standard is still pretty complicated. Continue Reading

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Waiting too long for Wi-Fi upgrade puts security at risk

To the average end user, wireless gear tends to be out of sight and out of mind. But experts warn: Put off an overdue Wi-Fi upgrade and you put your network's security at risk. Continue Reading
Need help making Wi-Fi secure? Consider some 'classic' approaches

Keeping your Wi-Fi secure is a challenge, to say the least. Security hasn't kept up with Wi-Fi advances, but there are steps you can take to keep your Wi-Fi network protected. Continue Reading

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How can you use perfect forward secrecy for mobile security?

How can companies increase data protection in mobile communications environments and enhance perfect forward secrecy to safeguard user activity? Continue Reading
Find remote mobile device wipe solutions on a budget

Several remote mobile device wipe solutions are within the price range of a midmarket company. This is the second of two parts. Continue Reading
Policies for reducing mobile risk

As the use of employee-owned mobile computing devices increases, so do the risks they pose to corporate networks and data. In this tip, Lisa Phifer outlines the essential components of an information security policy that deals with mobile devices --... Continue Reading