Rogue Access Point

Definition

A rogue access point is an unauthorized wireless access point that has been installed on a network without proper authorization. It poses security risks by allowing attackers to intercept network traffic and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Related terms

Man-in-the-Middle Attack (MITM): A man-in-the-middle attack occurs when an attacker intercepts communication between two parties without their knowledge. In the context of rogue access points, attackers can position themselves between users and legitimate networks to eavesdrop on communications.

Network Security: Network security refers to the measures taken to protect a computer network from unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or denial of service. It includes various techniques and technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption.

Wireless Encryption Protocol (WEP): WEP is an older wireless network security protocol that provides basic encryption for Wi-Fi networks. However, it has known vulnerabilities and is considered less secure compared to newer protocols like WPA2.