Secure access

By default, the XBee 3 Zigbee RF Module is easy to configure and allows for rapid prototyping. For deployment, you can encrypt networks to prevent unauthorized access. This can prevent entities outside of the network from accessing data on that network. Some customers may also desire a way to restrict communication between nodes from inside the same network.

There are two ways to secure your device against unauthorized access:

• Secure remote session
• Disable functionality

Secure session protects against external man-in-the middle attacks by requiring remote devices to authenticate before they are allowed to make configuration changes.

You can also disable device functionality in order to prevent unexpected malicious use of the product. For example disable MicroPython so that remote code cannot be uploaded and executed.