1_4_1 Section 1 – Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities - 1.4 – Network Attacks

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What is a rogue access point?

An access point that is officially added to the network after a periodic review

An access point provided by the company for employees to use

An access point that an employee adds to the network without authorization (correct)

An access point used solely for wireless spectrum analysis

Why might an employee introduce a rogue access point?

To connect personal devices without permission (correct)

To increase network efficiency

To comply with company policies

To enhance corporate network security

What potential harm could a rogue access point cause?

Allowing unauthorized access to the corporate network (correct)

Improving wireless spectrum understanding

Providing secure access to personal devices

Enhancing network performance

How can a mobile device become a rogue access point?

By enabling wireless sharing features Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to conduct periodic reviews of the wireless environment?

To identify and remove any unauthorized rogue access points Signup and view all the answers

What can help understand who is using the frequencies in your wireless environment?

Third-party devices for wireless spectrum analysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using network access control mechanisms like 802.1x?

To prevent rogue access points from successfully connecting to the network. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Wi-Fi Pineapple commonly used for in relation to network security?

Setting up rogue access points to test network vulnerabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What makes a wireless evil twin different from a typical rogue access point?

It mimics legitimate access points on the network for malicious purposes. Signup and view all the answers

Why is using encrypted communication important when connected to a public Wi-Fi open network?

To protect the confidentiality of your data from potential attackers. Signup and view all the answers

How does a wireless evil twin overpower other access points on the network?

By positioning itself closer to users and using a similar SSID. Signup and view all the answers

What security measure could prevent an attacker from gaining unauthorized access via a rogue access point?

Using a VPN client for all network communications. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way a rogue access point can be introduced to a network?

An employee purchasing an access point without authorization and connecting it to the network. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the presence of rogue access points considered a significant security issue?

They provide unauthorized entry points into the corporate network. Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if someone gains access to a wireless access point on the network?

They might ultimately gain access to the corporate network. Signup and view all the answers

How could turning on wireless sharing on a mobile device contribute to the creation of a rogue access point?

It allows the device to act as an access point for other devices. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to conduct periodic reviews of the wireless environment?

To verify that the visible access points belong to the authorized network. Signup and view all the answers

What makes it easier for someone to create a rogue access point on a network today?

The availability of relatively inexpensive access points. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a wireless evil twin access point?

To trick users into connecting to a malicious network Signup and view all the answers

How does a wireless evil twin access point become the primary access point on a network?

By overpowering the signal from other access points Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to use network access control mechanisms like 802.1x?

To prevent unauthorized access to the network Signup and view all the answers

What is a common method used by attackers to entice users to connect to a wireless evil twin access point?

Providing a unique SSID name Signup and view all the answers

Why might public Wi-Fi hotspots be more vulnerable to attacks involving wireless evil twins?

Users are less cautious due to the open nature of the networks Signup and view all the answers

What security measure can help ensure secure communication over a public Wi-Fi open network?

Installing a VPN client for encrypted traffic Signup and view all the answers

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