To have the best chance of preventing digital intruders' attacks, home networking equipment must be configured properly and updated regularly.
Here are seven best practices for improving your home network security with a defense in depth strategy.
Many don't realize they interact with modern home networking equipment by using graphical user interfaces that allow point-and-click configuration and maintenance.
Home networking equipment includes an administrator account for configuration.
If a digital intruder discovers the make/model of your home networking equipment, they can find the default password by performing a simple Internet search.
To see how someone could discover the name of your home networking equipment, use your phone or laptop to search for wireless networks around you.
The default name for home networks usually includes the make and model of the network device.
Modern home networking equipment usually includes USB connection capabilities.
From a security perspective, the ability to plug a USB device into your home networking equipment is like an open window in your house.
Remember, any service on your home networking equipment that connects directly to a third-party service, such as cloud services, is another entry point for a digital intruder.
Another best practice for improving home network security is to restrict the administration rights to your network.
Nearly all modern home networking equipment allow you to limit the connection type when performing administrative duties.
Make sure your home networking equipment can only be administered from inside the network.
Typically, manufacturers of modern home networking equipment include cables in the box.
Another best practice for securing home networks is network segmentation.
If your home networking equipment provides an option that prevents networks from seeing each other, be sure to activate it.
Be sure to continually update your home networking equipment.
You can view a list of all known vulnerabilities associated with your home network equipment.
If you purchase used equipment or prefer a more manual process, you can reference your home network equipment firmware and check the manufacturer's website for updates.
Finally, if you want to avoid restarting or restoring network default settings when you are experiencing issues with your home network, you can always reach out to the manufacturer.
This Cyber News was published on www.cyberdefensemagazine.com. Publication date: Sat, 13 Jan 2024 06:13:04 +0000