Do you know why?
Because fraudsters can easily access your communication and compromise your devices!
Here's why and how:
π΅οΈββοΈ Free Wi-Fi often lacks proper security, making it easy for fraudsters to intercept and see what you are doing on the internet.
π‘ Hackers can place themselves between you and the internet to steal sensitive information like your login credentials to Internet banking.
π Sometimes, they set up free Wi-Fi networks with familiar names (coffee shops, restaurants) to trick you into connecting to theirs.
π Cybercriminals can re-route your browser to malicious websites or ULRs with malware.
π― While they are listening to your communication, they can capture the connection details and hijack your active sessions to access your accounts.
π€· Many people are still unaware of the risks and are easy prey.
If you use free/public Wi-Fi:
β© Ensure your connection uses HTTPS β look for βhttps://β and the padlock icon in the browser address bar. This encrypts data between your browser and the website.
β© If HTTPS is not available or you're unsure of network integrity, use a reputable VPN to encrypt all your deviceβs internet traffic.
β© Without HTTPS or a VPN, avoid online banking, email, entering personal information, or accessing any system that requires login credentials, as the traffic may be intercepted or manipulated.
π¨ Stay vigilant when using free/public Wi-Fi!