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Employees in a large corporate office use devices that support Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. What security risk is most closely associated with the use of these technologies?
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The security risk most closely associated with the use of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies in a corporate office environment is unauthorized access to the network and data breaches.
1. **Bluetooth Risks**: Bluetooth connections can be exploited by attackers who use techniques such as 'Bluejacking' or 'Bluesnarfing' to gain unauthorized access to devices. Since Bluetooth has a limited range, an attacker within proximity can potentially connect to devices that have not been secured properly, accessing sensitive data or even installing malware.
2. **Wi-Fi Risks**: Wi-Fi networks can be vulnerable to various attacks, including eavesdropping, man-in-the-middle attacks, and rogue access points. For example, if a corporate Wi-Fi network is not encrypted or uses weak security protocols, attackers can intercept data transmitted over the network.
Both technologies can expose sensitive information if not properly secured. Organizations should enforce strong security measures such as strong encryption, secure password policies, regular updates, and user education to mitigate these risks.
1. **Bluetooth Risks**: Bluetooth connections can be exploited by attackers who use techniques such as 'Bluejacking' or 'Bluesnarfing' to gain unauthorized access to devices. Since Bluetooth has a limited range, an attacker within proximity can potentially connect to devices that have not been secured properly, accessing sensitive data or even installing malware.
2. **Wi-Fi Risks**: Wi-Fi networks can be vulnerable to various attacks, including eavesdropping, man-in-the-middle attacks, and rogue access points. For example, if a corporate Wi-Fi network is not encrypted or uses weak security protocols, attackers can intercept data transmitted over the network.
Both technologies can expose sensitive information if not properly secured. Organizations should enforce strong security measures such as strong encryption, secure password policies, regular updates, and user education to mitigate these risks.