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Low security level Livebox WPA/WPA2

AlexandreCCM -  
 AlexandreCCM -
Hello,

When I check the status of the wifi network via my iPhone, it shows that the security is weak, but on the computer, I see the security type is WPA2. Apple recommends upgrading to WPA2 (AES) or WPA3, but I looked in the settings of the Livebox and couldn’t find it. Can someone kindly help me, please? :)

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    brucine Posted messages 24849 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   4 170
     
    Hello,

    https://assistance.orange.fr/livebox-modem/toutes-les-livebox-et-modems/installer-et-utiliser/piloter-et-parametrer-votre-materiel/le-parametrage-du-wifi/livebox-play-modifier-le-cryptage-wifi_19451-19651
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    1. AlexandreCCM
       
      Thank you very much!
      So I don’t have the WPA3 option, and Orange says that the mixed WPA/WPA2 mode is the best… I’m hesitating between setting it to WPA2 AES or leaving it as is…

      Any opinion?
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      1. brucine Posted messages 24849 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   4 170 > AlexandreCCM
         
        Anyway, the range of Wi-Fi is limited.

        The question isn't the iPhone, but whether you have neighbors close enough and ill-intentioned who could connect to your Box via Wi-Fi. But still, if the Box isn't at least using WPA2/AES, it's essential to set it up that way.
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      2. AlexandreCCM > brucine Posted messages 24849 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention  
         
        Sure, I'll get on it as soon as possible, thank you very much!
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  2. kaumune Posted messages 22605 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   5 157
     
    Hi

    WPA2 is still effective coupled, and that's the main thing, with a long and complex Wifi security key (you can use up to 63 characters which poses no input issue thanks to the WPS function that dispenses with it or via the QR code

    Which Livebox is it?
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    1. AlexandreCCM
       
      Hi, I'm on the move. I'll keep you updated when I get back. Thanks for your help anyway :)
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