WPSApp

WPSApp is an application that lets us scan networks and detect whether the WPS protocol has been enabled or not and if we can generate a code to connect.

App to check the security of your wireless network

Why do they say they check WiFi networks when what they really mean is stealing the neighbor's WiFi? Maybe I'm just too suspicious. Anyway, this WPSApp is useful for checking networks. It's an application for Android that checks the security of the connection using the WPS protocol.

But what is the WPS protocol?

This connects to a wireless network using an 8-digit numeric PIN, typically defined by routers. This number is already known from many companies or is easy to crack.

The application detects nearby networks and checks if they are unsafe. In this case, either random PINs are generated or the already known PINs that have been assigned by default are applied. The application is also able to calculate passwords for some routers and save these passwords on the smartphone.

And if you're wondering how this can work... Well, it's very simple to run a network scan, which will give us the following information:

• Networks with a red cross: You are secure, the WPS protocol is disabled and your default PIN is unknown.
• Networks with a question mark: WPS is enabled but the PIN is unknown. The app is tested with the most common PINs.
• Networks in green: You are unsure because the WPS protocol is enabled and you have a known PIN to connect with.

Now, does that mean you just need to download the APK file and install it on your phone or tablet to start downloading movies via BitTorrent like there's no tomorrow? No, it's not that easy after all: You need an Android 5.0 that is also rooted. You can easily do this with an app like Kingroot.

Ultimately, how you use this tool is up to you... Let's assume you just want to protect your home network or warn your neighbors if they have an insecure network. Or?

Requirements and further information:

• Minimum operating system requirements: Android 4.1.