247 – Hide SSID on private networks

Summary

The private networks must disable the disclosure of the SSID (Service Set Identifier).

Description

When SSID broadcasting is enabled, the network name visible to anyone within range of the Wi-Fi signal. Disabling SSID broadcast reduces the visibility of the network, making it less likely that unauthorized users or malicious actors will detect and attempt to connect to it.

Supported In

Advanced: True

References

• CAPEC-613. WiFi SSID tracking
• OWASP10-A7. Identification and authentication failures
• MITRE-M1031. Network intrusion prevention
• ISSAF-L_3_1. Network security - WLAN security (types of threats)

Last updated

2024/01/18