Safety in the internet world is still a main topic, “The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team” recently released a study about Wireless Security Issues which often happens in a public area where WiFi is available. The problem’s that often happens are “include wireless sniffing and shoulder surfing” which not lots of people know about.Below are 6 tips that can help you to secure your wireless connectivity when you do internet activities using the wireless internet connectivity in a public area.
- Only use public networks for non-sensitive operations. It’s easy to assume your firewall or encryption can save you from sniffers, but it’s best not to even risk it.
- Use a VPN if possible. If you work for a company that gives you a virtual private network, why would you not use it to secure your wireless surfing?
- Protect yourself from shoulder surfing. Some Internet crime actually takes place when people with binoculars across the street look at your computer screen through a window to see what you’re up to. Don’t forget to protect your actual computer screen by sitting with your back to a wall whenever possible.
- Find a good encryption program. Pretty Good Privacy is a good option, or just use whatever email encryption program you like best.
- Avoid evil twin hot spots by contacting an employee at the hot spot location to see what the actual network is called there. Then you’ll know you’re always connecting to a legitimate network.
- Use HTTPS and SSL connections when possible. The extra security and encryption can make a big difference if you absolutely have to do sensitive things – like banking – at a public hot spot.
Download : Wireless Security Problems (PDF)
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