WPA Brute-Force and Design Flaws…..
Wi-Fi Protected Setup made easier to brute force
WPS simplifies the process of connecting a device to the Wi-Fi network by pushing a button to start the authentication, entering a PIN number from the new client into the access point, or entering an eight digit PIN number (usually printed on the device) from the access point to configure the connection.
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January 6, 2012 at 9:12 AM