🔒 Understanding Wireless Security Protocols: From WEP to WPA3 🔒
In today's digital world, Wi-Fi security is more important than ever. Wireless networks have evolved significantly over the years, with security protocols improving to combat cyber threats. Here’s a quick breakdown of the major Wi-Fi security protocols:
📌 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) – 1997
❌ Very low security due to weak RC4 encryption.
❌ Vulnerable to hacking in minutes!
📌 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) – 2003
✔ Introduced TKIP for better encryption.
❌ Still had weaknesses due to RC4.
📌 WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) – 2004
✔ Used strong AES-CCMP encryption.
✔ A significant improvement over WPA.
❌ Vulnerable to KRACK attacks in some cases.
📌 WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3) – 2018
✅ Strongest encryption with AES-CCMP & AES-GCMP.
✅ Protected Management Frames (PMF) for added security.
✅ Resistant to brute-force attacks.
As a networking and cybersecurity enthusiast, I always emphasize the importance of using the latest security protocols. If you're still using WEP or WPA, it's time to upgrade! 🚀
💬 What security protocol is your Wi-Fi network using? Let’s discuss!
