Hacker Busted for ‘Evil Twin’ Wi-Fi That Steals Airline Passenger Data

July 3, 2024 at 02:11PM Australian authorities warn travelers about the risks of using public Wi-Fi, following the arrest of a man accused of setting up malicious networks to steal data during airline flights. The suspect was found with devices and evidence of similar activity at other airports. Travelers are advised to be cautious and … Read more

Attackers Target Check Point VPNs to Access Corporate Networks

May 28, 2024 at 03:37PM Researchers have seen a rise in attackers using remote access VPNs for unauthorized network access. Check Point’s leadership noted three such attempts and advised organizations to strengthen VPN security by requiring more than just passwords. Industry experts recommend modern authentication methods and transitioning to Zero Trust Network Access for better … Read more

Flaw in Wi-Fi Standard Can Enable SSID Confusion Attacks

May 15, 2024 at 05:36PM A design flaw in the IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi standard allows attackers to trick clients into connecting to a less secure network. This affects all Wi-Fi clients and networks and poses risks like traffic interception. Researchers propose standard updates and mitigation methods. The flaw results from the standard not mandating authentication … Read more