Danger! What you don’t know about public Wi-Fi networks

When are we going to make a reservation at a Hotelmany concerns arise, but easy access to Wi-Fi, often considered an essential benefit of a stay, is not usually one of them.

This is because internet connectivity in hotels and public places can be a real problem. Although many are not aware, Brazil is among the countries with the highest rates of cyber attacks in the world.

This fact should be a reason for everyone to be extremely careful when using the internet, especially in public networks offered free of charge in several establishments.

Even if we don’t think much about it, when we consider some factors, the security of Wi-Fi networks in hotels can be unreliable. Of course, this depends on the type of risk we are facing.

In hotels, as well as in shopping malls, airports and other public places, several people share the same network.

In other words, the network is public and anyone can access it, including possible attackers, who may be connected exploiting any vulnerability to commit cyber crimes.

Therefore, it is essential to take precautions when using the hotel’s Wi-Fi.

It is necessary to preserve security

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Refraining from using public Wi-Fi networks is a measure recommended by cybersecurity experts.

This is because, if the router is accessed by a hackerit will have the ability to spy on all online activities of connected people.

After the device is compromised, the hacker will gain access to all data stored on the device, including photos, passwords and documents.

If you choose to use Wi-Fi, it is recommended that you use firewalls or anti-intrusion tools.

Additionally, it is advisable to employ a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to protect your data from prying eyes, mask your virtual location, and make web browsing safer.

Passwordless Wi-Fi networks apparently offer benefits, but they can be traps for people who are not aware of the dangers. Unprotected connections are often exploited to spread virus and malware.

Therefore, if you come across two networks that have similar names, but one of them does not require authentication, it is important to be aware that it could be a fraudulent connection.

In doubtful situations, it is recommended to carefully check the name of the chain or seek advice from an employee at the establishment, such as a hotel.

Be careful and stay tuned!

Additionally, there is a possibility that the hotel’s router has its settings changed to redirect traffic to malicious websites.

These sites often disguise themselves as pages legitimate companies with the aim of collecting personal information for fraudulent purposes.

In addition to ensuring that your browser’s address bar starts with “https”, for safe browsing, it is crucial to check the accuracy of the address of the website you intend to access.

This practice becomes particularly relevant when dealing with banking information, carrying out financial transactions or making payments via Internet.

Lastly, if you choose not to use the hotel’s Wi-Fi network, it is advisable to disable the automatic connection option to prevent possible online vulnerabilities, especially if the network is suspected of being compromised.