Chapter-7, LEC-4, | What is Deauthentication Attaches | #rumble #ethicalhacking #education

A deauthentication attack is a type of wireless network attack that involves sending forged deauthentication packets to a Wi-Fi access point or client device. These packets are designed to impersonate a legitimate disconnect message and can be used to disrupt or deny access to a wireless network.

Deauthentication attacks exploit a vulnerability in the 802.11 Wi-Fi protocol, which allows any device to send deauthentication packets to disconnect other devices from the network. Attackers can use this vulnerability to send deauthentication packets to targeted access points or client devices, causing them to disconnect from the network.

These attacks can be carried out using specialized software tools and can be launched from a laptop, smartphone, or other wireless device. Deauthentication attacks can be used to disrupt the normal operation of a Wi-Fi network, causing devices to lose connectivity and disrupting communication between users.

Deauthentication attacks can also be used as a precursor to other types of attacks, such as man-in-the-middle attacks or password cracking attacks. By forcing devices to disconnect from a network, attackers can potentially gain access to sensitive data or intercept communications between users.

To protect against deauthentication attacks, it is recommended to use strong encryption protocols such as WPA2 or WPA3, use complex passwords for network authentication, and keep wireless devices up to date with the latest security patches. Additionally, network administrators should monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and implement access control measures to limit unauthorized access to the network.