Wireless Network Security Overview
Frank E. Ferrante, Johns Hopkins University
Total pages: 35
$29.00
Introduction
This package contains articles drawn from the files of the IEEE Computer Society's Digital Library and represent but a few of the more than 1,000 keystone pieces of information that provide readers an overview and in-depth look at the field of wireless telecommunications security. These classic articles provide those active in the field with a peer-reviewed basis for reference to experts. The articles also offer aspiring network security students insight into the many new and emerging means by which security of wireless systems has evolved over the past decade as well as insight into where future efforts may be focused.
I recommend that readers of this series of articles take advantage of the massive sources of material made available through the IEEE Computer Society's Digital Library to expand their knowledge even further than what these experts offer by subscribing to specific publications and taking advantage of the many continuing education courses made available to members and nonmembers on specific topics of interest.
The articles in this TechSet are my choices for learning about the background and issues associated with offering and maintaining security and privacy of information when accessible via a wireless service and in applying standards specifically developed to support the security of wireless networks. Some of the articles are now becoming dated, however, a review of these to enlighten you on the process provides you with needed understanding of the steps taken to arrive at what we have in today's ubiquitous wireless services.
Keywords: wireless security, CWSP, wireless, security, wi-fi, 802.11, war-driving, protocol, Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance, access points, MAC address
Table of Contents
IEEE 802.11: Moving Closer to Practical Wireless LANs
William Stallings
Summary: Although the IEEE 802.11 standard has been around since 1997, work continues to make it more adaptable to the demand for higher data rates and true wireless flexibility.
The IEEE 802.11b Security Problem, Part 1
Joseph Williams, Sun Microsystems
Summary: Be aware of the security issues a wireless LAN can pose and take steps to use its built-in security features.
Wireless Security Study Guide: Mediocre at Best
Austin Gilbert, Oklahoma State University
Summary: A review of CWSP Certified Wireless Security Professional Official Study Guide (Exam PW0-200) by Planet3 Wireless.
Wireless Security�s Future
Bruce Potter, Cigital
Summary: How can a network be secure that has no physical barriers? That is the paradox of wireless security in general and networks in particular. New standards attempt to strengthen security barriers in this attractive and growing arena.
Securing Wireless Networks in a University Environment
Jochen Eisinger, Peter Winterer, and Bernd Becker, Albert Ludwigs University
Summary: The IPSec-based solution for wireless networks provides a high level of security, and by using digital X.509 certificates the problem of administrating a large user base is solved as well.
