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WiFi Attacks
Understand how Wi-Fi attacks occur and how to prevent themPreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 3 lessons.
Intermediate Provider : Martha Percival-Dangleben 3 Lessons · 7m in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
As we become increasingly mobile and do more and more of our work on the go, Wi-Fi networks have proliferated. Wi-Fi is now a common offering in most stores, cafes, hotels, and businesses who desire customers or clients to linger at their location. Some companies even entice customers to use their Wi-Fi to receive extra information, coupons, deals, or other benefits. While the ability to move, shop, and work without being tethered to desktop computer has its benefits, it also comes with a significant drawback—greater susceptibility to cyberattacks.
These lessons on Wi-Fi Attacks will cover cyberattacks that can occur when you are connected to your personal or to a public Wi-Fi network. You’ll explore the types of attacks, such as packet sniffing, evil twin, and misconfiguration. You’ll learn what weaknesses hackers look to exploit and the results of the attacks. You’ll also gain awareness of how to proactively secure your network to prevent these types of breaches.
What You'll Learn
- Identify common Wi-Fi attacks including packet sniffing, evil twin, and misconfiguration attacks
- Recognize the weaknesses hackers look to exploit on personal and public Wi-Fi networks
- Understand the impact of Wi-Fi attacks on individuals and businesses
- Apply best practices to proactively secure your network and prevent breaches
- Explain the results that can occur from different types of Wi-Fi attacks
Key Takeaways
- The proliferation of Wi-Fi networks in stores, cafes, hotels, and businesses has increased susceptibility to cyberattacks.
- Cyberattacks can occur when connected to either a personal or a public Wi-Fi network.
- Packet sniffing, evil twin, and misconfiguration are key types of Wi-Fi attacks covered in the course.
- Knowing the weaknesses hackers exploit helps you understand the potential results of an attack.
- Proactively securing your network is a way to prevent these types of breaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Wi-Fi attacks does this course cover?
The course covers Wi-Fi attacks including packet sniffing, evil twin, and misconfiguration attacks, examining the weaknesses hackers exploit and the results of these attacks.
Does this course apply to public Wi-Fi as well as personal networks?
Yes. The lessons cover cyberattacks that can occur when you are connected to either your personal or a public Wi-Fi network.
What skills will I gain from this course?
You will gain skills in attack patterns, network security, Wi-Fi security, wireless intrusion prevention systems, wireless security testing, and wireless security.
Will I learn how to protect my network?
Yes. You will gain awareness of how to proactively secure your network and discover best practices to protect against Wi-Fi attacks and prevent breaches.
What lessons are included in this course?
The course includes three lessons: Packet Sniffing, Evil Twin, and Misconfiguration Attacks.
