100-150 Question 286
Select 2You are helping a friend secure their home wireless network. They currently have no security enabled, and you recommend configuring WPA3 on their router. However, their router only supports WPA2. What steps should you take to configure basic wireless security?
- A
Log in to the router's web interface using the default credentials.
- B
Navigate to the wireless security settings and select WPA2-PSK (AES).
- C
Enable WEP encryption as a fallback method.
- D
Set a strong and unique passphrase for the WPA2 security key.
- E
Disable the SSID broadcast to hide the network.
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Correct answers: B, D
Explanation
To configure basic wireless security on a home router, the most secure encryption method available should be selected, which in this case is WPA2-PSK with AES. Additionally, a strong and unique passphrase should be set to protect the network from unauthorized access. Using outdated protocols like WEP or relying on measures like hiding the SSID does not provide adequate security.
- A. Incorrect.
Default credentials should never be used when setting up a router, as they pose a significant security risk. The router's admin password should be changed before configuring wireless security.
- B. Correct.
WPA2-PSK with AES is a widely supported and secure encryption method for home networks. It should be selected to ensure a secure connection.
- C. Incorrect.
WEP is an outdated and insecure encryption method that should never be used, as it can easily be cracked by attackers.
- D. Correct.
Setting a strong and unique passphrase is critical for securing the WPA2 key. Weak or common passwords can easily be guessed or brute-forced.
- E. Incorrect.
Disabling the SSID broadcast is not recommended as a primary security measure. It does not provide actual security and can cause usability issues.