Wireless Interface Disable for Wired Network Security
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Solution Overview
Problem
Computers equipped with both wireless and wired network interfaces pose a security threat as they can unintentionally broadcast access to secure wired networks, allowing hackers to spoof trusted access points and gain unauthorized access.
Innovation Solution
A method that disables the wireless network interface when a connection to a wired network is detected, using Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) events and SetupAPI to monitor and manage network connections, ensuring the wireless interface is not used to broadcast the wired network to unauthorized users.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the wireless network interface is enabled on a computing device connected to a wired network, then the device can maintain wireless connectivity and access wireless networks, but the device may unintentionally broadcast access to the secure wired network to unauthorized users
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the wireless network interface functionality from active use by disabling it when a wired network connection is detected. This separation removes the potential security vulnerability (wireless broadcasting) while preserving the primary function (wired network connectivity), directly resolving the contradiction between network adaptability and security protection
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies preliminary anti-action by proactively disabling the wireless interface before any unauthorized wireless connection can be established. The system monitors for wired network connections and preemptively deactivates the wireless interface, preventing potential Wi-phishing attacks before they can occur
2Object-affected harmful factors
If the wireless network interface is disabled when connected to a wired network, then unauthorized wireless access is prevented, but the device loses wireless connectivity capability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic control of the wireless network interface based on the current network connection state. The interface is enabled when no wired connection is present and automatically disabled when a wired connection is detected, creating a flexible system that adapts to different usage scenarios and maintains both security and connectivity as needed
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs feedback mechanisms by continuously monitoring the network connection state and adjusting the wireless interface status accordingly. When the wired network connection status changes, the system receives feedback and相应ly enables or disables the wireless interface, ensuring optimal security and connectivity configuration
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AI summary
A method involves causing a wireless network interface of a computing device to be disabled, in response to detection of a network connection between the computing device and a wired network. Related apparatuses, systems, computer programs, computer-readable media and signals are also provided.