Bluetooth Security

These days, all communication technology off the
issue of privacy and identity theft, with Bluetooth
is no exception. Almost everyone knows that email
services and networks require security. What users
Bluetooth need to realize is that Bluetooth also
requires security measures as well.

The good news for Bluetooth users is that the
security alarms, like most scares, are normally
dramatized and blown entirely out of proportion. The
the truth was said, these problems are manageable,
with various measures already in place to provide
security for Bluetooth technology.

It is true that there has been some Bluetooth phones
that have been cut. Most devices are
hacked into are normally those who have no
type of security at all.

According to Bluetooth specialists, in order to hack
a Bluetooth device, the hacker must:
1. Force two paired devices to break their
connection.
2. Steal the packets that are used to
resubmit your PIN.
3. Decode the pin.

Of course, the hacker must also be within the scope of
the device, and using the kind of development very expensive
equipment. Most experts recommend that
has a longer connection with 8 digits being recommended.

Security Basics
The "pairing" is one of the most basic levels
Bluetooth device security. Linking is
two or more Bluetooth devices that recognize
other by the profiles they share - in most cases
both must enter the same pin.

The basic specifications for Bluetooth use an
encryption algorithm, which is completely and totally
insurance. Once the two devices together,
they too become entirely secure.

Until you have successfully paired, the Bluetooth
devices do not communicate with each other. Because
This pairing and the fact that it is short
range - Bluetooth technology is considered
insurance.

As the news has indicated, experienced hackers
have developed ways of getting around this level
basic security. There are ways to avoid this
threat, as you can install software to prevent
hackers from getting in.

Bluetooth more and more popular,
It really is not surprising that security is always
question. As Bluetooth gets bigger and better
security will always be something that nobody
really takes lightly.

If you've been concerned about Bluetooth security
in the past, be assured that new devices
provide greater security and better. Prevention
hackers from getting in is something every owner
concerned - and they are the manufacturer's instructions
very conscious.

Other wireless technologies such as Garmin GPS uses complex wireless systems that let you know where you are, anywhere in the world.

Thanks for the information

Quote from: almoner on 2011-05-16 20:03
Thanks for the information

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