If the lights on my router are blinking when I am not using it, is the signal being stolen?

Question

I have the router WEP encrypted, is it possible?

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

If you have WEP enabled and have a strong password, it is doubtful that your system is compromised. There is a possibility that it is though, if you are concerned, then I would set up a schedule to alter the password key for the WLAN. Depending on your concern, you can change the key as often as you like. Or once a month. I find that once a month is sufficient to thwart most hacking attempts.

Below is a link to the how it works and why, it is very informative. For the most part, WLAN systems with a strong key are secure. But nothing with the same key will stay secure indefinite. Some sort of key change on a periodic basis is advisable.

PS: if you have given out your key to a friend, i would change keys after that friend no longer has/needs the use of your WLAN

Answer 2

Anything's possible, but chances are it's your router communicating with the modem and the pcs attached to it. If you really think someone is stealing your signal, change the encryption key.

Answer 3

No probably not being stolen. It flashes if theres any activity which includes talking to other computers that are on,maybe even off, or your modem.

Answer 4

it probably your router is active with the modem or phone line