Glossary
Evil Twin Attack
An evil twin is a fake WiFi network that looks just like the real one - it tricks you into connecting so attackers can spy.
What is Evil Twin Attack?
Attack using a fraudulent WiFi access point mimicking a legitimate network to intercept traffic.
Why Should You Care?
Evil twins capture credentials and intercept traffic. Users cannot easily distinguish them from legitimate networks.
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Real-World Example
An attacker sets up a convincing corporate WiFi clone at a conference, capturing login credentials from attendees.
How to Protect Against Evil Twin Attack
- 1.
Use 802.1X authentication to prevent evil twin connections
- 2.
Train users to verify network authenticity
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