A security administrator is tasked with enhancing the security of the wireless network to which staff frequently connect their personal smartphones and tablets. What is the most effective method to protect the corporate resources in this scenario?
Operate an unrestricted wireless connection to minimize the administrative overhead related to access management.
Provision a segregated network with stringent security policies tailored for personal devices.
Utilize a common shared key across all staff devices for wireless network encryption.
Deploy a quick-connect feature that allows devices to connect to the network with minimal user intervention.
Allocating a separate network with strict access controls and monitoring for individually owned devices isolates them from the main corporate network, thereby reducing the risk of accidental or malicious access to sensitive systems and data. This segmentation effectively mitigates many security concerns inherent in allowing personal devices to connect to the network. Automating the connection process with push-button configuration or using a common passphrase for all users could simplify the network access but would not add a security benefit; in fact, they could compound the risk. Leaving the network open without any encryption control is the least secure option and would invite potential breaches.
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