how la investment advisors are securing wireless networks (slideshare)
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How LA Investment Advisors
Are Securing Wireless Networks
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This article explores
the different ways that
Los Angeles investment
advisors
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are securing wireless networks
from cyber-attacks and
preserving their firm’s integrity
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Implement and Enforce
Security Policies
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A thorough policy will cover
the following points:
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• Minimum password
complexity
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• Prohibited site types
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• Accessing the network
with personal devices
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• Procedures for employee
termination
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By making employees aware
of the hidden dangers they
might unwittingly enable,
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a financial advisory firm
can focus on securing
wireless networks against
the threats that exist
outside the organization
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WPA2 Encryption
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All company wireless access
points should be secured with
WPA2 encryption
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Avoid Using the
Network’s Default SSID
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Wireless routers can broadcast
the name of the firm’s network,
otherwise known as the SSID
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Concealing the SSID will deter
novice attempts at penetrating
the network, but to deter more
experienced hackers,
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refrain from using the default
SSID as well as common,
easily guessed names
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Bottom Line
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Wireless networks and devices
need to be penetration tested
and random assessments
should be carried out to find
and fix new vulnerabilities
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What tools and policies
are in place at your firm
for securing wireless networks?
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Let us know your thoughts
in the Comments box below
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