ISSC343 Types of attacks in wireless networks and the risks a user will come across

Jessica Carrington

Wireless Network is Under Attack

December 29, 2019

ISSC 343 -D001 Fall 2019

Professor Lynch

American Public University

I. Introduction

A. Basic information about the topic, reason why I chose it to be interesting to reader.

B. Thesis Statement: Attacks on the wireless network can take many forms and can portray itself as a tool for the user, but attacks will unfortunately cause more harm and invade a person privacy.

II. Topic Sentence 1: Discussing the 6 types of Wireless Network Attacks

A. Explain each type of attack and provide an example (WEP/WPA attacks, War Driving, Jamming, Password Theft, Rouge Access Point and Packet Sniffing)

B. Inform of personal experience

III. Topic Sentence 2: Threats the Users will experience

A. What the criminal are after

B. Why criminals attack the wireless network for personal gain

IV. Topic sentence 3: Ways to prevent and detect the Attacks

A. What to look for if you suspect a certain attack.

B. Explain steps that can be done to prevent or become more knowledgeable to protect yourself.

V. Conclusion

A. Summary of types of threats on Wireless Networks

B. Expanding on the thesis and finding a resolution.

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