How to Protect Your Wi-Fi Router From Hacking

These days anything and everything digital is prone to hack. There are softwares that can be used to hack into any network.

Many people are now aware and take good measures for their online safety, but safeguarding the Wi-Fi router still lies low at the priority list of the most.

The reasons may range from lack of knowledge to mere carelessness, but your home router’s security is as important as your front door’s because it is the foremost target of hackers trying to invade through your system and when they do they will be laughing.

Here are some ways to strengthen your Wi-Fi router’s security from hack attacks.

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Enable WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

Ok, this is the first and foremost thing to do for everyone who has or plans to buy a router. It provides encryption to your system and its variant WPA-PSK can be found in home networks. Those who use old routers, they might be having WEP or Wired Equivalent Privacy security, and trust us, it is no better than zero security. For best security, use WPA2 Only mode. This mode uses AES(CCMP) cipher and legacy stations are not allowed access with WPA security.

Create a Strong SSID Network Name

Do not use the router’s default network name like D-Link or Netgear. Hackers have specific tools like rainbow table to bust into your network just by knowing your default SSID name.

Use a Strong Password or Passphrase Maybe

Well, no talk on security can circumvent the importance of strong passwords. Do you know if you increase your password’s length to just one more character, the chances of the hacker cracking your code with probabilistic ways are reduced by hundreds? (I’m just being modest, it is way too high). example of a strong password (eyetro883%digi).

Use VPN

A personalised VPN service for your router is the way to go if you are willing to shed a few bucks for your important data. VPN works by giving your location anonymity on its server and even creates its own firewall to protect your network traffic. Also, VPN is a better alternative than the router’s remote management feature which exposes its web-based interface on the Internet.

Enable Logging Feature

The logging feature in your router keeps an account of the log attempts from all IP addresses and give you all the connection attempt details. You can also filter your MAC Addresses. This could help you monitor any ongoing suspicious activity.

Enable Logging Feature

The logging feature in your router keeps an account of the log attempts from all IP addresses and give you all the connection attempt details. This could help you monitor any ongoing suspicious activity.