FBI warns against using free WiFi networks while traveling

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In its weekly tech advice column, the FBI warned holiday travelers about the danger of using free WiFi networks while traveling -- such as those found in hotels or airports. The advice is an old one, given by many others in the past, but one that needs repeating.
"Don't allow your phone, computer, tablet, or other devices to auto-connect to a free wireless network while you are away from home," the FBI said.
"This is an open invitation for bad actors to access your device. They then can load malware, steal your passwords and PINs, or even take remote control of your contacts and camera," the agency said.

Read the full article by Catalin Cimpanu for Zero Day click the link below:

https://www.zdnet.com/article/fbi-warns-against-using-free-wifi-networks-while-traveling