Security Measures for Wireless
In the workplace, take steps to securely authenticate users and control network access.
By Daintry Duffy
August 01, 2005 — CSO —
- In the workplace, take steps to securely authenticate users and control network access.
- If you don't want wireless used at the office, keep sniffing, don't buy laptops with Wi-Fi and educate workers about unsecured wireless hazards.
- Educate employees who use wireless about scams like evil-twin networks.
- Build security policies around how and when users can access wireless networks.
- Use the best encryption standards available.
- Equip mobile devices with a software-based firewall and isolate connecting devices on the corporate network.
Read more about wireless/mobile security in CSOonline's Wireless/Mobile Security section.
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