Security experts warn computer users of the dangers they face when using many free public Wi-Fi hotspots.

It may sound like something out of a James Bond movie, but it would seem that hackers are now taking advantage of wireless hotspots in order to clean unsuspecting users out of their hard-earned cash.

Security experts warn that cybercriminals may be masking themselves as free public Wi-Fi providers to gain access to the laptops of travelers sitting in airports or at the train station. It seems that all it takes, according to these experts, is a computer program downloaded from the Internet, an open access point, and users ignoring some of the basic rules of system security.

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It’s a fast growing and serious issue of people with unlimited bandwidth giving out free access to anyone within reach of their unsecured Wi-Fi network. Reports of security vendors have revealed that cyber criminals are utilizing unsecured Wi-Fi networks for their malicious actions.

In the past cyber criminals have used anonymous proxies to hide their identity but why go through the hassle if you can just use a neighbors unsecured Wi-Fi. Unfortunately for the unsecured neighbor, they may face serious legal charges against them if the criminal performs illegal activities while connected to the unsecure Wi-Fi network.

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