Evolution of Wi-Fi Security Standards .

Title of the Talk: Evolution of Wi-Fi Security Standards
Speaker: Dr Srikanth S
Host Faculty: Prof.Bheemarjuna Reddy T
Date: Jan 29, 2025
Time: 9:30 to 12:30 PM pm
Venue: EE Seminar Hall, EECS Building

Abstract:
This tutorial explores the evolution of Wi-Fi security protocols from WEP to WPA3. Key concepts such as encryption, integrity protection, and authentication will be discussed with practical insights from packet traces. The session will also highlight WPA3 enhancements, including SAE, WPA3-Enterprise, and OWE, offering a comprehensive understanding of modern Wi-Fi security standards for both home and enterprise networks.

Biography:
Srikanth obtained his B.E degree from College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, and M. A.Sc, and Ph. D. degrees from University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. He is currently the Chief Knowledge Officer for Nanocell Networks Pvt. Ltd. Srikanth began his career as a research associate at the University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada working in the area of DSL and CDMA Systems. After his Ph. D., he joined Harris Corporation and worked on baseband algorithms for various wireless standards including IS-136 and 1S-95 systems. He then joined the KBC Research Foundation/AU-KBC Research Centre and has focused on OFDM systems for powerline and wireless applications. From 2004-2007 he was awarded a Young Scientist Fellowship by the Government of India to work on technologies related to upgrades on 802.11 and 802.16 standards. He has been following 802.11 and cellular standards and delivers several courses to corporate clients in this area. He consults on various areas and has also been involved in the setting up of a testlab for 802.11. He is also involved with the organization of Wi-Fi and wireless knowledge summits to help develop a community for exchange of technical information in these areas.

Venue: EE Seminar Hall, EECS Building