WI-FI 6 SECURITY ANALYSIS: CHALLENGES AND PROTECTION MECHANISMS OF MODERN STANDARDS
Authors: Sergei Simonovi, Nikoloz Trikishvili, Nikoloz Bajelidze, Irakli Macharashvili, Andria Gabadze, Nikoloz Kochlamazashvili
Affiliation: University of Young Penetration Testers, Caucasus University
ABSTRACT. Wi-Fi 6, also known as IEEE 802.11ax, is the latest standard in wireless communication technologies, developed to address the growing demands of modern digital environments — particularly in scenarios where multiple devices require simultaneous and efficient network access. This standard not only enhances transmission speed and network throughput, but also incorporates advanced security mechanisms such as WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3), SAE (Simultaneous Authentication of Equals), and PMF (Protected Management Frames), designed to mitigate vulnerabilities found in previous generations. The aim of this article is to analyze the security architecture of Wi-Fi 6, evaluate its response to current cyber threats, and highlight the technical features that support the standard’s adaptability to today’s cybersecurity challenges.
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