Is WPS a network security vulnerability? And can WPS be disabled?

[OddSocks1]

It's my understanding that, when enabled, WPS can be remotely brute forced, allowing unauthorized access to a Wi-Fi network.

Are there any contingencies in place for Virgin Media routers to avert or mitigate such attacks? And can WPS be disabled?

[goslow]

You should be able to turn off WPS via the admin interface on the VM hub (something like Advanced Settings>>Wireless>>WPS depending on what hub you have).

You probably won't be missing out by disabling it. I have never found it a very reliable method to make a wireless connection.

[Adduxi]

WPS is the first thing I turn off and it’s never used.