A new KHOU 11 News investigation reveals how cybersecurity experts are warning Americans about the significant risks of using public Wi-Fi networks, where personal data has become a lucrative target for hackers and scammers who exploit unsecured connections at cafes, airports, and hotels.
Internet security expert Eric, who has appeared on CNN discussing "Twin Wi-Fi" attack methods and serves as president of mobile hotspot company SIMO, emphasized that while connectivity is as essential as "water and air," he warned that "free and public Wi-Fi access points can be fraught with danger." The KHOU 11 report urges users to avoid accessing sensitive accounts on public networks and recommends using VPN protection to safeguard personal information from cybercriminals who set up fake hotspots and interception techniques. Watch More >