Security & ScamsWireless Security
The Evil Twin
A fake hotspot can borrow the name of one you trust
Two Wi-Fi networks with the café's exact name pop up on your phone. Which one would you join, and does it even matter?
You'll find out
- How a fake hotspot steals a name
- What the faker can see
- Which clues give it away
Why it matters
Free Wi-Fi in cafés, airports and planes is everywhere, and knowing this trick keeps your passwords yours.
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