The_Stamp Posted May 23, 2004 Report Share Posted May 23, 2004 a network security team found a major flaw in 802.11 (b, d, g, etc) protocol devices. (also known as wireless routers, laptops, etc) devices communicate by sending and receives packets of information. a device CANNOT send packets until it is done receiveing. so, this flaw can be exploited simply by having a device (whether it be a PDA or even a lil apparatus) simply spew out random packets in all directions. if there are any 802.11 protocol type devices anywhere within its range, all traffic will seize until the device stops sending out packets (because they cannot send info until they stop receiving). my step dad (a network admin) told me this. so, theoritcally, someone could just plug their PDA into a wall, hide it in a closet in an office building and have this program running. all wireless networking will stop until the PDA freezes or until he/she wants his/her PDA back. scary eh? this could mean, if it is a hardware issue, the companies may have to recall their equipment, and come up with a new standard in wireless networking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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