About this tag
WPA2 is a widely used Wi-Fi security protocol that has been a central topic in WindowsForum discussions, particularly regarding the KRACK vulnerability that exposed weaknesses in WPA2 encryption. Microsoft released patches to address this flaw, and users have shared experiences with WPA2-Enterprise authentication issues, including automatic connection problems and PEAP-MS-CHAPv2 information disclosure risks. The tag also covers transitions from WPA2 to newer standards like WPA3 and Wi-Fi 6/6E in Windows 11, as well as practical tips for managing WPA2-Personal profiles and repeater connections. Discussions highlight both the security challenges and ongoing relevance of WPA2 in home and enterprise networks.
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DrayTek VigorAP 905 Review: Affordable Wi-Fi 6 Mesh with Enterprise Control
A new force has entered the competitive mid-range Wi-Fi market, and it’s not from the usual names. The DrayTek VigorAP 905, quietly launched and now grabbing attention in recent group tests, aims to deliver robust Wi-Fi 6 coverage and enterprise-grade control, all without the premium pricing of...- WindowsForum AI
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- access point affordable wi-fi business wi-fi draytek home network mesh controller mesh networking network management poe prosumer networking small business wi-fi vigorap 905 vlan wi-fi 6 wi-fi deployment wi-fi mesh wi-fi security wi-fi stability wpa2
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- Forum: Windows News
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Unlock the Future of Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, 6/6E, and WPA3 in Windows 11
If you’ve ever been stuck on a painfully slow Wi-Fi connection or fretted over the security of your home network, Microsoft has you covered. Windows 11 is stepping up its wireless game by fully embracing the latest wireless technology standards: Wi-Fi 7, Wi-Fi 6/6E, and WPA3 security protocols...- WindowsForum AI
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- network security wi-fi 7 windows 11 wpa2
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- Forum: Windows News
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Windows 10 Microsoft details its fixes for KRACK WPA2 vulnerability
URL: Microsoft details its fixes for KRACK WPA2 vulnerability Earlier today, it was revealed that there's a vulnerability in the WPA and WPA2 protocols that could allow an attacker to spy on your internet traffic and even manipulate websites. Called KRACK, it affects virtually every device that...- ragnarok1968
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- windows 10 wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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NEWS WiFi is broken – here's the companies that have already fixed it
You might have heard some doom-and-gloom news this morning: a researcher has finally figured out how to compromise the WPA2 encryption algorithm, the world's most popular WiFi encryption and almost everyone is vulnerable. There is however, no reason to panic. It's patchable, the scripts to...- whoosh
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- firmware krack attacks wi-fi security wpa2
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- Forum: The Water Cooler
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Windows 7 Issue with Automatically Connecting to WPA2-Enterprise WiFi
I am having an issue with my two Windows 7 PCs automatically connecting to my Wireless Network. I recently switched over to WPA2-Enterprise security on my WiFi Router and this is when the problems started. Every time I reboot the computer I have to manually reconnect to the network. In the...- Rhys Thornett
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- wifi wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support
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Wireless PEAP-MS-CHAPv2 Authentication Could Allow Information Disclosure - Version: 1.0
Severity Rating: Revision Note: V1.0 (August 4, 2013): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is aware of a public report that describes a known weakness in the Wi-Fi authentication protocol known as PEAP-MS-CHAPv2 (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol with Microsoft Challenge Handshake...- News
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- attack authentication information disclosure microsoft peap-ms-chapv2 security advisory vulnerability windows phone wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Security Alerts
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Windows 8 Windows 8.1 won't give option to connect to wifi securely
0 down vote favorite Can 8.1 only be connected by using an 8 digit pin? I can't find any other way to do this. I have heard that 8.1 has eliminated WPA, so maybe the pin automatically does WPA2? TOTALLY unclear!!! But it seems that WPA2 should have a longer entry than 8 digits!?! I REALLY...- RogerD
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- connection instructions network pin router security wifi windows 8.1 wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 WiFi Repeater Profile won't save password / Router profile won't delete
When I set up this computer I connected to my wifi router at the other end of the house, but due to the distance I got poor connectivity and performance. So I purchased a wifi repeater and positioned it nearer to this computer. I disconnected from the router and connected to the new repeater...- pfilios
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- automatic connection computer connection issues connectivity distance manage wifi network password issues performance repeater router settings tech support troubleshooting wifi windows wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 Wireless Tray Icon has a blue Circle with an initial???
Okay, I just changed my router to a Linksys N instead of the the old WRT54g that served me so well for years and I set up my 18' Acer laptop and my 15 inch laptop and noticed that after they were up and running and I rebooted the small Acer 5100 x86 it had a normal tray icon (step bars) but...- julio99
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- acer icons linksys network router troubleshooting windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 Red cross/Busy Blue circle sign on perfect working internet connection
Red cross/Busy Blue circle sign on perfect workinghttp://windows7forums.com/images/smilies/frown.png internet connection Respected Sir, Windows7forums, HARDWARE- I have Win 7,Home Premium,64bit,Dell Inspiron 15R N5010. My network adapters are: Realtek PCIe FE Family controller & DW1501...- Tushar Patil
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- adsl blue circle configuration connection drivers error firmware home premium internet netgear network red cross router security sfc troubleshooting windows 7 wireless wpa2
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Windows 7 Setting Up Dual Network: Using Ethernet Splitter vs. New Verizon Line
My house has a router[WPA@] to the desktop and this network allows the laptop to join. My daughter has a network without a router and her Verizon modem/router is set to WEP which she needs for remote access to work and won't change. To keep my configuration when I move in, is it advisable to...- Peterr
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- configuration ethernet modem network non-wireless remote access router setup splitter verizon wep wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 router without password
Hello I was advised by Belkin not to set a password but to just 'submit' to enter the router. They did say to set a strong security key. The reason was the password might not work and I could not enter the router. I think the obvious is that if the router is worth its salt, it should accept a...- Peterr
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- access belkin configuration issues key password reset router security wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Security
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Windows 8 Can't connect with wifi (WPA2-PSK)
I can't connect on a school network, the security type is WPA2-PSK. The password is correct but it will not connect, other networks with a another security type can I connect (WPA2-enterprise or WPA). This problem was not in Windows 7, This problem have I with Windows 8 Have anybody a solution?- HyperSpider
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- connection network password school network security troubleshooting wifi windows 8 wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 Wireless Problem (Limited Access)
Hello, I have a home network on WPA-2 Personal enabled and my Ipad and one of my laptops connect properly whilst my desktop PC on Windows 7 doesnt connect wirelessly as it gives limited connectivity but LAN seems to be fine. I have done the ipconfig instructions and the info is below. Please...- bg009
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- adapter connectivity dhcp dns ethernet home network internet ip configuration ipv4 lan limited access linksys network realtek router troubleshooting windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 Edimax EW-7711UAn (Ralink RT2870) won't connect to secured networks
Hello, I have an Edimax EW-7711UAn (Ralink RT2870) usb wifi adapter. Both Edimax and Ralink provide ancient drivers and utility software for this product which can only be installed on Windows 7 x64 if you run the setup in XP Service Pack 2 compatibility mode. (well known issue, even though...- Twodordan
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- adapter compatibility connection issues drivers edimax hotspot installation issues legacy systems network psk ralink security troubleshooting usb utility software wifi windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 No Internet Access / PPPoE ?'s
Hello all, I'm new to this forum because I am in desperate need of help. I just bought a D-Link Wireless USB Adapter (specs in ipconfig) and I cannot for the life of me get access to the internet, but the weird thing is I had access for like 10 minutes and it went back to this. I can login to my...- callidus
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- adapter configuration connection d-link dns drivers ethernet home network internet ipv4 modem network pppoe router signal subnet troubleshooting windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support
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Windows 7 Can connect to network, but not to internet (Wireless) - Win7 x64
I'm having a connection issue with my new computer running Windows 7 Professional x64. When I first set it up, the wireless connection worked flawlessly, and then the next day the internet cut out and has not connected since (currently 2 days). Note that I can still connect to the Network, it is...- Sanchez
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- 802.11n connection dns drivers dynalink firewall frustration internet modem network reinstall router security static ip system restore troubleshooting uninstall windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support
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Windows 7 WPA2 - Enterprise. Possible Password Recovery
Hello, i'm looking to see if i can get some help regarding an issue i've been stumped on. Until tonight, i have never come across a WPA2 - Enterprise network connection so bear with me. I recently received a work laptop which came auto-configured with passwords to my companies networks across...- Rizzu
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- certificate connection encryption enterprise help laptop network password phone recovery security tablet wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Networking
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Windows 7 Win 7 64-bit drops Wifi and goes screwy!!!
Had a quick sears before posting couldn't really find anything the same as mine... My girlfirends new PC has Windows 7 64-bit on it, now getting on the internet is a real headache! every time I click the network list at the bottom, and select the network I want, it will connect but if I make...- TerryVVOC
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- 64-bit connection issues disconnect home edition internet access ipv6 network network list network settings pc troubleshooting router configuration tech support troubleshooting wifi issues windows 7 wireless card wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Software
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Windows 7 wireless win 7 hp
i have a hp netbook from verizon wireless! windows 7 built in broadband card broadcom card lan card bluetooth im having my problem when i try to add a wifi device like my sons ipod or my droid? it asks for a wpa/wpa2 password and i never set one ! called verizon and they said they new...- Rich
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- bluetooth broadband network security verizon wifi windows 7 wireless wpa2
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support
