'Evil twin' Wi-Fi access points proliferate

[ronjor]

The next time you splurge on a double latte and sip it while browsing the Internet via the cafe's Wi-Fi, beware of the "evil twin."

That's the term for a Wi-Fi access point that appears to be a legitimate one offered on the premises, but actually has been set up by a hacker to eavesdrop on wireless communications among Internet surfers. Unfortunately, experts say there is little consumers can do to protect themselves, but enterprises may be in better shape.

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[ccsito]

I don't use wireless communications and don't ever expect to. When a power failure occurs, all of the cordless phones don't work.

[Marja]

Great!
Does it help if you just quit drinkin' coffee?!!