TestOut LabSim A+ Certification Practice Exam

What security standard should be implemented for a small wireless network to enhance security over WEP?

1. WPA3

2. WPA2-AES

3. WEP+

4. TLS

The correct answer is: WPA2-AES

WPA2-AES is the appropriate security standard to implement for a small wireless network aiming to enhance security over WEP. WEP, or Wired Equivalent Privacy, is outdated and has known vulnerabilities that can be exploited easily by attackers. In contrast, WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access II) offers significantly improved security through the use of a stronger encryption algorithm known as AES (Advanced Encryption Standard). WPA2-AES employs a more robust encryption model that protects data more effectively against various attacks that target wireless networks. The use of AES provides a higher level of encryption strength, which is crucial for safeguarding sensitive information transmitted over the network. Additionally, WPA2 includes better key management protocols that help prevent unauthorized access. While WPA3 is indeed the most current security standard and offers enhancements over WPA2, it might not be necessary for a small network; WPA2-AES would typically provide adequate protection while being widely supported on most devices. Other options such as WEP+ do not significantly improve upon the weaknesses of WEP, and TLS (Transport Layer Security) is not specifically a wireless security protocol but rather a protocol for securing communications over a computer network. Therefore, WPA2-AES is the optimal choice for enhancing security on a small wireless network over W