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j3trooper
May 13, 2021Guide
Weak Security
I am getting a message informing me of weak security (WPA)
"If this is your Wi-Fi network, configure the router to use WPA2/WPA3 Personal (AES) security type for this network"
In Netgear Genie my wireless network is listed with the Security enabled (WPA2-PSK)
and the same on my 5G network.
It is on the highest security option availalve. WPA3 is not displayed as an option.
My router has the latest firmware.
Should I be concerned or should I just ignore the message?
Use WPA2-PSK [AES] only
11 Replies
- michaelkenwardGuru - Experienced User
Thanks for your reply.
Not the browser. It is shown on my iMac desktop in the top right hand corner when I click on the Wi-Fi icon.
It also displays on my Windows 10 laptop.
- michaelkenwardGuru - Experienced User
Down to your operating system then.
It is up to you which you believe, that or your router.
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