WATCH: You probably shouldn’t use public Wi-Fi—here’s what you should use instead

Video: Kevin Mitnick

Public Wi-Fi hotspots might seem like a convenience, but they can also be a threat to your privacy. One of the most famous hackers in the United States and author of the book “The Art of Invisibility” explains why you might want to think twice before connecting.

Watch it here: https://www.businessinsider.com.au/kevin-mitnick-why-you-shouldnt-use-public-wi-fi-2017-3
 

Source: Business Insider Australia

Topics: Speaking Engagements, eavesdropping, encryption, monitor mode, information privacy, SSL, virtual private network, VPN service, WiFi, wireless card, communication integrity, decoding, portable internet device, promiscuous mode, gmail, Kevin Mitnick

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