Evil Twin network

If you have ever thought that the information you are sharing on a free public WiFi network is being viewed by others you might be right

It's called an Evil Twin network and hackers use it to steal your private information in public places.  They set up a wireless hot-spot and create a login page that looks similar to the one the business is using.  After you log in to their sign-on page they begin to track your keystrokes and data sent.  This can give them your passwords and login information to private sites.

They can also use this access to plant virus.  Virus's that can do things like sending your location to the hacker when accessing your home network this can tell them where you live.  And let's say you have a cool WiFi door lock on your front door.  The hacker can use the info passed over your network to unlock the front door.

What can you do to protect yourself?

Well, it appears that your antivirus can't do much to help you.  I have researched this type of attack at antivirus websites and they give a list of things you can do to protect yourself but no info on what they do you help.

Don't use the automatic connections on your computer.  Sign on yourself.

Try to not send private information over wireless networks.  No banking. Limit your social media time.

Turn off your WiFi and Bluetooth when not in use.

The Evil Twin network is one of a few very sneaky ways for hackers to steal your information.  So always think about what you send over an unsecured network.  And surf safely looking up the results for Miss Teen USA is a safe search, however, your banking should be saved for a secure network.


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