COLLOQUIUM
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
University of South Carolina
 
Wireless Security

David Piscitello

Core Competence, Inc.

Date: October 24, 2003 (Friday)
Time: 3:30-4:30PM
Place: Swearingen 1A03 (Faculty Lounge)

Abstract

Wireless access is quickly broadening network reach by providing
convenient, inexpensive access in hard-to-wire locations. As networks
expand beyond physical boundaries, operators are struggling to retain
control over network usage and privacy.  Without proper safeguards,
IEEE 802.11b wireless LANs are an easily compromised back door into
computer networks.  In this talk, we will discuss the vulnerabilities
in WiFi networks, the enhancements 802.11 and 802.1 will bring, and
measures you can take now to eliminate the security risks of 802.11
wireless LANs.

David M. Piscitello, President of Core Competence, Inc., is an
internationally recognized leader in internetworking and security
technology.  Dave has been involved in internetworking technology for
over 25 years.  Prior to founding Core Competence, David won a
Bellcore President's Recognition Award for his contributions to SMDS,
ATM and customer network management for switched data services.  Dave
has authored books on internetworking and remote access, and publishes
articles regularly on a variety of subjects, including switched
internetworking, ATM and Gigabit Ethernet, Internet security, Wireless
LAN Security, firewalls, vulnerability assessment, intrusion
detection, and virtual private networking.  He is also chairman of
Networld+Interop and TISC Program Committees.