Beaver K., Davis P. Hacking Wireless Networks for Dummies

Wiley Publishing, Inc., 2005. — 362 p. — ISBN: 978-0-7645-9730-5.Hacking Wireless Networks For Dummies is inspired by the original Hacking For Dummies book that Kevin authored and Peter performed the technical editing. Hacking For Dummies covered a broad range of security testing topics, but this book focuses specifically on 802.11-based wireless networks. The techniques we outline are based on information-security best practices, as well as various unwritten rules of engagement. This book covers the entire ethical-hacking process, from establishing your plan to carrying out the tests to following up and implementing countermeasures to ensure your wireless systems are secure.
There are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of ways to hack wireless network systems such as (for openers) laptops and access points (APs). Rather than cover every possible vulnerability that may rear its head in your wireless network, we’re going to cover just the ones you should be most concerned about. The tools and techniques we describe in this book can help you secure wireless networks at home, in small-to-medium sized businesses (SMBs) including coffee shops, and even across large enterprise networks.