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Which of the following is true regarding the shared key authentication process:
Password transmission is encrypted with a 64 or 128-bit key
It's possible for unencrypted WiFi to use shared key authentication
Shared key authentication is less secure than open system authentication
Shared key authentication protects connected devices from SQL injection attacks and attacks of web browser vulnerabilities
Shared key authentication IS less secure than open system authentication due to vulnerabilities in shared key authentication. It is also true that password transmission is encrypted with a 64 or 128 bit key.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WiredEquivalentPrivacy#Authentication
Edit: The question should state WEP was being used. WPA uses Snonce and Anonce for mutual authentication.
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