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Add security note to WPS documenation

Marcel Stör 7 years ago
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 [WPS](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-Fi_Protected_Setup) allows devices to be added to an existing network without entering the network credentials.
 
+!!! danger
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+    Use this with caution. There are serious security concerns about using WPS.
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+    WPA/WPA2 networks that have the WPS feature enabled are [very easy to crack](http://www.howtogeek.com/176124/wi-fi-protected-setup-wps-is-insecure-heres-why-you-should-disable-it/). Once the WPS pin has been stolen [the router gives out the password](https://scotthelme.co.uk/wifi-insecurity-wps/) even if it has been changed.
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+    You should use WPA/WPA2 with the WPS feature disabled.
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 ## wps.disable()
 Disable WiFi WPS function.
 
-#### Syntax
-`wps.disable()`
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 #### Parameters
 none
 
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 ## wps.enable()
 Enable WiFi WPS function.
 
-#### Syntax
-`wps.enable()`
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 #### Parameters
 none