Chapter 6 Tutorial
6.3 How to Set Up and Use Rogue AP Detection
This example shows you how to configure the rogue AP detection feature on the NWA.
A rogue AP is a wireless access point operating in a network’s coverage area that is not a sanctioned part of that network. The example also shows how to set the NWA to send out
In this example, you want to ensure that your company’s data is not accessible to an attacker gaining entry to your wireless network through a rogue AP.
Your wireless network operates in an office building. It consists of four access points (all NWAs) and a variable number of wireless clients. You also know that the coffee shop on the ground floor has a wireless network consisting of a single access point, which can be detected and accessed from your floor of the building. There are no other static wireless networks in your coverage area.
The following diagram shows the wireless networks in your area. Your access points are marked A, B, C and D. You also have a network mail/file server, marked
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