A technician is setting up a new SOHO wireless router. Which of the following actions represents a security best practice for the network's Service Set Identifier (SSID)?
Leave the default SSID assigned by the manufacturer to ensure maximum compatibility.
Use the owner's full street address as the SSID for easy identification by visitors.
Disable the SSID broadcast but keep the default SSID name for manual connections.
Change the SSID to a unique name that does not reveal personal information or router details.
Changing the default Service Set Identifier (SSID) is a critical security step when configuring a new wireless network. Default SSIDs often reveal the manufacturer and model of the router, which could allow an attacker to look up known vulnerabilities or default administrative credentials for that specific device. Using a unique, non-descript SSID that avoids personal details helps to obscure this information, making the network a less obvious target.
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