Security News > 2017 > October > WiFi Security Shredded via KRACK Attack
2017-10-16 12:17
Most WiFi Devices Vulnerable to WPA2-Targeting ExploitsA Belgian security researcher has discovered a "serious weakness" in the WPA2 security protocols used to encrypt many WiFi communications. Attackers can exploit the flaws to eavesdrop as well as potentially inject code such as malware or ransomware into WiFi-connected systems. Prepare for patches.
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