The task of identifying an unauthorized connection to a wireless Wi-Fi network can become important for every user. The authentication methods used in the latest generation routers are almost guaranteed to exclude the possibility of hacking the access point, but there are some vulnerabilities in older models.
Instructions
Step 1
Check the stability and stability of the wireless connection speed. Regular slowdowns may indicate an unauthorized connection. This can lead to an increase in the time it takes to download files, gain access by intruders to confidential information stored on the computer, and even use the access point as a cover for illegal activities on the Internet.
Step 2
Turn off any electronic devices that can access the network and check the status of the WAN LED. The active state of the indicator (blinking) serves as an indicator of someone else's connection.
Step 3
Call the main menu of the Windows operating system by clicking the "Start" button and go to the "Run" item to determine the IP addresses of existing connections.
Step 4
Enter cmd in the Open field and use the Enter softkey to confirm the launch of the command line tool.
Step 5
Enter value
ipconfig
into the command interpreter's test box and press Enter to confirm the command.
Step 6
Define the value of the router address in the Default Gateway field in the Ethenet Adapter Local Area Connection group and remember it.
Step 7
Launch the browser you are using and enter the IP address of the router in the test field of the address bar (192.168.1.1 by default) to invoke the device's web interface.
Step 8
Enter the values of the account name and password in the corresponding fields of the system request window and go to the Connected Devices section (the Client List option is possible) and determine all connected devices by name, MAC- or IP-address.
Step 9
Use the specialized tool for analyzing network traffic and identifying connected devices MoocherHunter, freely distributed on the Internet and used by law enforcement agencies.
