1. Intrusion Detection: WIPS continuously monitors the wireless network for any suspicious or unauthorized activities. It analyzes network traffic, packet headers, and other parameters to detect potential intrusion attempts or security breaches. By identifying anomalies and unauthorized access attempts, WIPS helps in early detection of security threats.
2. Rogue Access Point Detection: WIPS scans the Wi-Fi environment to detect and identify any rogue access points (APs). Rogue APs are unauthorized devices that can provide unauthorized access to the network or act as potential points of attack. WIPS detects these rogue APs and alerts network administrators so that appropriate action can be taken to mitigate the risks.
3. Attack Prevention and Mitigation: WIPS actively works to prevent and mitigate attacks on the Wi-Fi network. It can enforce security policies, block malicious or suspicious devices, and take preventive measures against various types of attacks, such as unauthorized association, de- authentication attacks, man-in-the-middle attacks, and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. By proactively mitigating threats, WIPS helps maintain the security and availability of the Wi-Fi network.
4. Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation: WIPS conducts regular vulnerability assessments of the Wi-Fi network to identify weaknesses and security gaps. It scans for known vulnerabilities in wireless protocols, encryption algorithms, or configuration settings. Based on the assessment results, WIPS provides recommendations and assists network administrators in taking necessary remediation actions to address the identified vulnerabilities and strengthen the network security.
5. Policy Enforcement: WIPS enforces security policies and configurations defined by the network administrator. It ensures that the Wi-Fi network adheres to the organization’s security standards and regulatory requirements. WIPS can enforce policies related to authentication methods, encryption protocols, access control, and other security measures. By enforcing policies consistently, WIPS helps maintain a secure and compliant Wi-Fi network.
6. Real-time Monitoring and Reporting: WIPS provides real-time monitoring and reporting capabilities, allowing network administrators to have visibility into the Wi-Fi network activity. It generates detailed reports on detected threats, security events, policy violations, and network performance. Real-time monitoring and reporting enable administrators to promptly respond to security incidents, investigate potential breaches, and make informed decisions to enhance the overall security of the Wi-Fi network.

By performing these key functions, a Wireless Intrusion Prevention System plays a critical role in securing a Wi-Fi network, detecting and preventing intrusions, mitigating attacks, addressing vulnerabilities, enforcing security policies, and providing continuous monitoring and reporting capabilities for enhanced network security.