WIPS Sensor at Symbol Access Points
Wireless infrastructure. Built-in WIPS sensor for continuous monitoring
Motorola's wireless intrusion protection system (WIPS) sensor built into Motorola's access points has achieved a significant increase in security. The applied technology was developed by AirDefense, a leading provider of wireless LAN security, recently acquired by Motorola. Built-in sensor provides more effective protection of wireless networks from intruders, as well as simplifies the process of their deployment and administration. Users of previously purchased Motorola access points will need to replace software to upgrade their wireless LAN.
Always alert
The benefits of continuous monitoring over periodic snapshots are obvious.
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At any given time, the access point performs any one function: it transmits data or monitors the state of the network. Therefore, competing solutions were limited only to periodic snapshots of the state of the wireless environment, resuming the main function after scanning. In contrast, Motorola access points with an AirDefense sensor use dedicated frequencies for constant — i.e. without any temporary interruptions - monitoring. This method of protection against attacks on wireless networks is much more effective. In addition, the task of complying with regulatory requirements is simplified, which reduces risks to security officials.
Reduced security architecture complexity
The traditional solution of a secure wireless LAN consists of three levels: wired, superimposed wireless and superimposed over WIPS. Integrating WIPS and its sensors into wireless components reduces complexity. The solution is more economical and easy to manage.
Software update for existing access points
The partnership between AirDefense and Motorola began three years ago. Thanks to the coordination that has been taking place all this time, the AP-5131 or AP-7131 can become a multifunctional radio platform with a fairly simple software update.
According to Enterprise Mobility .
Motorola's wireless intrusion protection system (WIPS) sensor built into Motorola's access points has achieved a significant increase in security. The applied technology was developed by AirDefense, a leading provider of wireless LAN security, recently acquired by Motorola. Built-in sensor provides more effective protection of wireless networks from intruders, as well as simplifies the process of their deployment and administration. Users of previously purchased Motorola access points will need to replace software to upgrade their wireless LAN.
Always alert
The benefits of continuous monitoring over periodic snapshots are obvious.
')
At any given time, the access point performs any one function: it transmits data or monitors the state of the network. Therefore, competing solutions were limited only to periodic snapshots of the state of the wireless environment, resuming the main function after scanning. In contrast, Motorola access points with an AirDefense sensor use dedicated frequencies for constant — i.e. without any temporary interruptions - monitoring. This method of protection against attacks on wireless networks is much more effective. In addition, the task of complying with regulatory requirements is simplified, which reduces risks to security officials.
Reduced security architecture complexity
The traditional solution of a secure wireless LAN consists of three levels: wired, superimposed wireless and superimposed over WIPS. Integrating WIPS and its sensors into wireless components reduces complexity. The solution is more economical and easy to manage.
Software update for existing access points
The partnership between AirDefense and Motorola began three years ago. Thanks to the coordination that has been taking place all this time, the AP-5131 or AP-7131 can become a multifunctional radio platform with a fairly simple software update.
According to Enterprise Mobility .
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/47127/
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