[NTLUG:Discuss] Usenix 03 Brief Summary

[severian@pobox.com]

Howdy,
   I want to hear what Chris say, but I'll take a stab at this.  128 bits 
is secure enough today that the encrypted packets are fairly secure(i.e., 
either can be broken, but not n a timely manner with todays 
computers).  But,under a WEP system enough data is sent in the clear that 
someone listening can figure out how to get in.  So, it is the flawed 
environment that is the problem.  I understand that if your network has a 
low volume of traffic, you are probably still safe.  But if you use it 
much, it can be broken.
Good day,
Ralph

In response to the welcome remarks of David Simmons at 09:39 AM 6/17/03 -0500:
>What differentiates the 128bit WEP and 128bit SSL encryption to the point
>that one is considered 'wide open' and the other is considered 'more than
>required for banking security'??