The only worse option is having an open network with no security at all. If your router is running a WEP security method, be sure to change this as it is the weakest amongst methods. Remember, they are ranked from best to worse, so be sure to choose WPA2 + APS is it’s available. To change your security method, disable your WPS and choose one of the above methods. Here’s a look at each security method, ranked from the most secure to the least secure: Your WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is either WEP, WPA, or WPA2. To avoid such security breaches, there’s a lot more you need to know about your router’s WiFi security methods, beyond just setting up a strong WiFi password. That’s because they aid wireless connections rather than wired connections, which means there’s always the possibility of a breach. That way, any device that connects to the Internet via your modem is already secure.īut despite such measures, WiFi modems/routers are vulnerable by nature. For instance, the telco introduced WiFi Secure in partnership with McAfee, which is a WiFi security software that’s installed on the router/modem itself, rather than your device. Optus does a lot to keep your connection safe and secure. It’s also a favorite for hackers who want to use your broadband plan and connection to gain access to your data, as well as commit crimes against others. Your Optus WiFi router is more than just a plastic box that gets you connected to the Internet.

Change wpa to wpa2