Panasonic UE-608040 Installation Instructions Manual - page 9
Security Warnings for Wireless LAN Products
Wireless LANs have the advantage of being able to reach any wireless access points within a
certain range using radio waves, as opposed to using a cable.
However, since radio waves can pass through obstacles such as walls, if security precautions are
insufficient, the following situations could occur:
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Theft of transmitted data
If a malicious third party intercepts radio transmissions, there is a possibility that the following
types of information will be stolen:
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IDs, passwords, credit card numbers and other personal information
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The contents of e-mail messages
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Unauthorized access to the network
If a malicious third party gains unauthorized access to a personal or company network, there
is a possibility that the following will occur:
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Theft of personal or confidential information (information leak)
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Impersonation of an employee, etc., resulting in information being inappropriately leaked
(impersonation)
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Transmissions being intercepted and then the contents changed (falsification)
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Viruses or other malicious software being installed, resulting in damage to data or the
system (destruction)
Settings for securing communication are usually built in to wireless LAN adaptors and access points
(hereafter referred to as wireless devices). Therefore, if you configure the relevant security settings,
you can minimize the risk of security problems.
Newly-purchased wireless devices may not have the security settings enabled by default. In order
to minimize the threat of unauthorized access, make sure to read the instruction manuals and, if
necessary, configure the security settings for each wireless device before using them.
Please note that even if all security settings are configured, there is a slight chance that they can
be breached.
Please contact an authorized service center if you have any questions regarding wireless LAN
security settings.
Before using the Wireless Kit, make sure that you fully understand the risks involved, and perform
the necessary security checks.
Panasonic Communications Co., Ltd. will not be responsible in the event that security problems
arise due to the failure to configure security settings or due to problems inherent in the wireless
LAN specifications.
Warnings for the Administrator
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It is recommended that the administrator takes the following precautions when installing, creating the
network environment, operating security features, exchanging, or disposing of the Wireless Kit.
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Ensure that all engineers are authorized service personnel and request that they show ID.
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Do not share user information (administrator password for Web access etc.) via telephone or e-mail
without confirming the identity of the recipient.
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Change the password from the default password and protect it from unauthorized parties. (The
administrator password for Web access is confidential data that is necessary for preventing security
breaches.)
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Important Information