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Why testing for WPS vulnerabilities is the first step in WPA/WPA2 assessments
Transition from WEP to WPA/WPA2 Security After cracking WEP, the course transitions to the more advanced protection mechanisms used by WPA and WPA2. Unlike WEP, which is fundamentally broken at a cryptographic level, WPA and WPA2 were specifically designed to eliminate WEP’s weaknesses. Although WPA and WPA2 share the same core structure, they differ in how message integrity is protected:
WPA uses TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
WPA2 uses CCMP, which is based on the AES encryption standard
This improvement makes WPA and WPA2 far more resistant to direct cryptographic attacks than WEP. Why WPA/WPA2 Are More Difficult to Break Unlike WEP:
WPA/WPA2 do not reuse small IV spaces in a predictable way
Keys change dynamically
Packet replay attacks do not expose keystream weaknesses
As a result:
Traditional WEP cracking techniques completely fail
Attackers must rely on indirect weaknesses, not on breaking the encryption algorithm itself
The Role of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Because WPA and WPA2 are difficult to attack directly, one of the first weaknesses assessed is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). Purpose of WPS
Designed to simplify device connection to routers
Allows authentication using:
A push button
Or an 8-digit PIN code
Why the WPS PIN Is a Security Weakness Although an 8-digit PIN seems strong, it actually creates a small brute-force space due to how the PIN is validated in two halves. This makes it possible for:
The PIN to be systematically guessed
The process to complete within a relatively short time
Once the correct WPS PIN is discovered:
The actual WPA or WPA2 network password can be retrieved
Full access to the network becomes possible
When the WPS Attack Works — and When It Fails This method only works if:
WPS is enabled
The router is using PIN-based authentication
This method fails completely if:
The router is configured for Push Button Configuration (PBC)
WPS is fully disabled
Why WPS Testing Is Always the First Step Because:
Direct WPA/WPA2 cryptographic attacks are extremely complex
WPS dramatically reduces the difficulty of network compromise
Security assessments always begin by testing for WPS exposure before attempting any deeper attack strategy. Key Educational Takeaways
WPA and WPA2 are cryptographically secure when properly configured
The primary weakness often lies in router convenience features, not encryption
WPS was built for usability, not maximum security
Disabling WPS is one of the most important wireless security hardening steps
Welcome to CyberCode Academy — your audio classroom for Programming and Cybersecurity. 🎧 Each course is divided into a series of short, focused episodes that take you from beginner to advanced level — one lesson at a time. From Python and web development to ethical hacking and digital defense, our content transforms complex concepts into simple, engaging audio learning. Study anywhere, anytime — and level up your skills with CyberCode Academy. 🚀 Learn. Code. Secure.
