Australian Man Charged for Fake Wi-Fi Scam on Domestic Flights

July 2, 2024 at 12:49AM An Australian man has been charged with creating fake Wi-Fi access points during a domestic flight to steal user data. The suspect impersonated legitimate networks, prompting victims to enter personal information. He faces multiple charges and potentially 23 years in prison if convicted. Authorities advise using reputable VPNs for public … Read more

Australian charged for ‘Evil Twin’ WiFi attack on plane

July 1, 2024 at 02:32PM An Australian man has been charged by Australia’s Federal Police for conducting “evil twin” WiFi attacks on domestic flights and airports in Perth, Melbourne, and Adelaide. The man set up fake WiFi networks to steal people’s email and social media credentials, exposing them to potential data theft and other cybercrimes. … Read more