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• ‘Free Wi-Fi’ opens up new opportunities for cyber attackers
• Google’s ‘no’ signal when it comes to banking and online shopping
• Why are free Wi-Fi networks dangerous?

Google Alert: Free Wi-Fi (Free WiFi) has become an integral part of modern life. Whether at the airport, in a cafe or in a hotel lobby, public networks are often useful when mobile data is low. Many people find it a convenient convenience, allowing them to check messages, stream videos or make instant online payments without using up data. However, Google’s latest warning tells a different story.

In the “Android: Behind the Screen” report, By Google Text-based scams have raised concerns about the security of public Wi-Fi and advised smartphone users to avoid it. According to reports, such networks are open targets for cyber attackers who can exploit weak security measures to gain access to personal information. Tech giant Google has released its latest report on text-based scams, and in this Android: Behind the Screen report, it warns about the growing risks and vulnerabilities on public Wi-Fi.

The company is urging smartphone users to avoid public Wi-Fi whenever possible. Especially when banking, shopping online or accessing financial or personal accounts.

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Why are free Wi-Fi networks dangerous?

Even if public Wi-Fi requires a password or comes from a trusted source like a cafe/hotel, it’s not secure. According to Google, such networks can become an easy entry point for hackers.

• Data Interception: Once you’re connected to public Wi-Fi, hackers can easily intercept or monitor the data flow between your device and the Internet.
• Risk of information theft: This simply means that your banking credentials, personal messages, and even login details are vulnerable and vulnerable to theft.
• Malware Installation: Sometimes, hackers can install malicious software (Malware) on your phone without your knowledge.

Google’s advice to smartphone users

Tech giant Google is urging smartphone users to avoid public Wi-Fi whenever possible.

In particular, avoid using public Wi-Fi for the following sensitive activities:

• Banking Transactions
• Online Shopping
• Access to financial or personal accounts (eg logging into an email, social media or work account).

You can keep your data safe by avoiding using public Wi-Fi unless absolutely necessary.

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