According to Cannata, 'Public WiFi networks often lack encryption, which means data travels in plain text.' He goes on to say ...

Public Wi-Fi isn't going away, and it's widely used, so the Internet just adapted to its existence and implemented security measures, so it's way less risky to use. Risks still exist—a hacker can ...

Lots of people find public WiFi really convenient when they’re out and about. Being able to connect to a free hotspot and ...

Finding a free public Wi-Fi hotspot can be a lifesaver in the age of electronic communication, but it also can be a nightmare for your information's security. The default security settings and ...

The next time you travel through an airport, you should probably be cautious about using the public Wi-Fi or USB charging ports, according to the TSA. In a reminder posted on Facebook earlier this ...

Public Wi-Fi networks are widely available—from coffee shops and airports to hotels and restaurants—providing convenient internet access on the go. However, these networks often lack proper security, ...

Whether you own a Mac personally or manage a fleet with enterprise endpoint software like Mosyle, there’s a good chance you have scores of old unsecured wireless networks saved—Wi-Fi points that don’t ...

Travel is back in business. International tourism and corporate travel spending are rebounding to pre-pandemic levels. This resurgence has benefited in no small part from the rise of remote work and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Zak Doffman writes about security, surveillance and privacy. There’s no subject guaranteed to rile cybersecurity experts more than ...

As the summer travel season heats up, travelers are urged to protect their private information from cyber threats when connecting to free Wi-Fi at cafes, airports, and other public places.Internet ...

So I'm in the process of setting up some guest wifi for a restaurant. I know that for an open network, anyone with a copy of firesheep will be able to capture usernames, passwords and cookies. With a ...