Frankel, S.
, Eydt, B.
, Owens, L.
and Kent, K.
(2007),
Establishing Wireless Robust Security Networks: A Guide to IEEE 802.11i, Special Publication (NIST SP), National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, [online], https://tsapps.nist.gov/publication/get_pdf.cfm?pub_id=50897
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Establishing Wireless Robust Security Networks: A Guide to IEEE 802.11i
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, Bernard Eydt, L Owens, Karen Kent Scarfone
Abstract
This report provides readers with a detailed explanation of next generation 802.11 wireless security. It describes the inherently flawed Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and explains 802.11i's two-step approach (interim and long-term)to providing effective wireless security. It describes secure methods used to authenticate users in a wireless environment, and presents several sample case studies of wireless deployment. It also includes guidance on best practices for establishing secure wireless networks using the emerging Wi-Fi technology.Citation
Special Publication (NIST SP) - 800-97
Report Number
800-97
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Pub Type
NIST Pubs
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Keywords
IEEE 802.11, network security, Wi-Fi, wireless local area network, wireless networking
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Created February 7, 2007, Updated February 19, 2017