100-160 Question 86
Select 3You have been tasked with setting up a secure wireless network for a small office/home office (SoHo). Which of the following actions will help secure the network?
- A
Enable WPA3 encryption for Wi-Fi security
- B
Use the default SSID and password provided by the router
- C
Disable remote management on the router
- D
Enable a guest network with restricted access
- E
Turn off the router’s firewall to improve network speed
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Correct answers: A, C, D
Explanation
To set up a secure SoHo wireless network, it is essential to use strong encryption (WPA3), disable potentially vulnerable features such as remote management, and implement network segmentation with a guest network. Avoid default credentials and ensure the router's firewall remains enabled to protect against external threats.
- A. Correct.
WPA3 is the most secure wireless encryption standard available as of now and should be used to protect the wireless network from unauthorized access.
- B. Incorrect.
Using the default SSID and password increases the risk of attacks, as these are often well-known or easily guessable.
- C. Correct.
Disabling remote management prevents unauthorized users from accessing the router’s settings over the internet, enhancing security.
- D. Correct.
Enabling a guest network with restricted access ensures that guest devices are isolated from the main network, reducing the risk of sensitive data exposure.
- E. Incorrect.
Turning off the router’s firewall sacrifices network security for performance, leaving the network vulnerable to attacks.