Wireless auth mode "shared" is missing on FreeBSD

[Eric Anderson]

Martin wrote:

>The "shared"-option with ifconfig's parameter "authmode" does not work.
>
>I've looked at the sources in net80211 directory and there is
>a "TODO"-comment in places where the shared key authentication
>should be.
>
>Are there any patches available to make it work?
>  
>

I think Sam Leffler has patches in his perforce tree, but other than 
that, you'd be on your own. 

The truth is, that "shared" mode, is *less* "secure" than "open" mode..  
Do some quick searches and you'll find some interesting articles/papers 
on the subject..

Good luck,

Eric


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