Which of the following are the countermeasures against WEP cracking?
Each correct answer represents a part of the solution. Choose all that apply.
Suggested Answer: A, C, D
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28 comments · newest first
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Yuette
10 months ago
A is smart, but I thought WEP was outdated anyway?
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Altha
11 months ago
Wait, changing keys often? Isn’t that a hassle?
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Lanie
11 months ago
D is a must, non-obvious keys are crucial!
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Avery
11 months ago
B is a terrible idea, 16 bits is way too short.
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Carline
11 months ago
A and C are definitely good practices!
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Ezekiel
11 months ago
I’m pretty confident that changing keys often and using a long key are both effective, but I’m not sure about the SSID.
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Kyoko
12 months ago
Using a non-obvious key sounds right, but I feel like I might be mixing it up with something else we studied.
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Kristin
12 months ago
I remember practicing questions about WEP, and changing keys often was mentioned as a strong countermeasure.
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Ulysses
12 months ago
I think using the longest key supported by hardware is definitely a good idea, but I'm not sure about the SSID part.
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Ceola
12 months ago
Wait, using a 16-bit SSID? I don't think that's a valid countermeasure against WEP cracking. I'll have to double-check my notes to be sure.
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Noah
1 year ago
Okay, I remember learning about this in class. Using the longest key, changing keys often, and using a non-obvious key should all help prevent WEP cracking. I'll make sure to select those.
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Dorathy
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know WEP has some security issues, but I'm not sure which specific countermeasures are effective. I'll have to think this through.
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Deeanna
1 year ago
This looks like a straightforward question on WEP cracking countermeasures. I'll go through the options carefully and select the ones that apply.
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Elfriede
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to think it through carefully before selecting an answer.
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Luis
1 year ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the requirements correctly before I start answering.
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Alaine
1 year ago
I feel pretty good about this question. The description of TA lists and their purpose in the EPS network seems straightforward. I'll review the options carefully, but I think I can identify the wrong answer here.
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Germaine
1 year ago
I remember discussing this in class. Checkpointing is used to prevent certain types of attacks on the blockchain. I'll try to apply that knowledge here.
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Celeste
2 years ago
Absolutely, a non-obvious key can significantly reduce the risk of WEP cracking.
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Sarina
2 years ago
Using a non-obvious key is also essential. It's important to avoid easily guessable keys.
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Carylon
2 years ago
Yes, rotating keys frequently can add an extra layer of security.
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Celeste
2 years ago
Changing keys often is also crucial to prevent WEP cracking.
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Theron
2 years ago
I agree with Carylon. A longer key can make it harder for hackers to crack.
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Carylon
2 years ago
I think using the longest key supported by hardware is important.
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Alverta
2 years ago
Changing keys often and using a non-obvious key are both essential in protecting against WEP cracking.
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Vilma
2 years ago
I don't think using a 16 bit SSID is a useful countermeasure against WEP cracking.
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Viola
2 years ago
I believe using the longest key supported by hardware is important in countering WEP cracking.
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Narcisa
2 years ago
I agree with Gwen. Using a non-obvious key can also help prevent WEP cracking.
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Gwen
2 years ago
I think changing keys often is definitely a countermeasure against WEP cracking.