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WiFi Broadcasts in All Version of Android OS Leaking Sensitive Data Including IP Addresses, BSSID, WiFi Network Name

WiFi Broadcasts in Android OS Leaking sensitive data from a user’s Android device and the details about all the application that running on the user’s device. All the version of Android running devices is affected by this vulnerability including  Amazon’s FireOS for the Kindle. It leaks Sensitive information such as WiFi network name, BSSID, local IP addresses, […]

Several WiFi devices could be affected by new WPA/WPA2 attack

WPA/WPA2 protocols are potentially affected by the new hack Enterprise network security researchers have recently discovered a new attack on WiFi (WPA/WPA2) protected access protocols, security standards aimed to make wireless network connection safer. Experts accidentally discovered the attack when testing the new WPA3 security standard, recently announced. What makes this different from the previous attacks against WPA […]

WPA3: Wi-Fi Receives Its Biggest Security Upgrade After 14 Years

Last year, when security researchers tore apart WPA2’s security with KRACK exploit, questions were raised regarding its ability to protect billions of WiFi-compatible devices across the world. As a result, in January 2018, the WiFi Alliance announced a major upgrade to the WiFi security protocol called WPA3 (WiFi Protected Access III). Now, after almost six months […]

WPA3 Released To Fill KRACKs Of The Wi-Fi WPA2 Protocol

You might very well recall the WPA2 (WiFi Protected Access II) protocol, which was in the headlines last year after the KRACK exploit was discovered, affecting nearly every WiFi-supported device. There was a need for some changes in the protocol used to secure the WiFi networks. After more than a decade, the WiFi Alliance has […]

THE WIFI REPEATER YOU PROBABLY HAVE ON YOUR BENCH

Few things are as frustrating as a WiFi signal that drops in and out. On a public network it is bad enough but at home? Even if you can live with it, your cohabitants will certainly impune your technical abilities if they don’t have solid WiFi.  One solution is a WiFi repeater. You can buy […]

How To Hack Wifi Using Evil Twin Attack Using Wifislax

Hello, In this article you will learn how to hack wifi WPA / WAP2 wps enabled or locked or unlocked or network. This is one of the best methods to hack wifi without using the word list or the Reaver or any other method. This method is called EVIL TWIN ATTACK. Hack Wifi Using Evil […]

New Serious Flaw Called KRACK Attack Allow to Break WPA2 WiFi Protocol in Any WiFi Modem

Highly Secured WiFi Protocol “WPA2” Critical Weakness allows to Break any WiFi Network using Key Reinstallation Attack (KRACK Attack) and this flow is given an Ability to Attacker to crack any of Victims WiFi Modem within The Range of Network. Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) is security protocol and security certification program developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance to secure wireless […]

KRACK Attack: 41% of Android Devices Affected And Easy To Hack

The website krackattacks.com is now live and provides details on the recently known WPA2 exploit proof-of-concept known as KRACK (Key Reinstallation Attack). The KRACK attack works on all modern protected WiFi networks against both WPA1 and WPA2, and against cipher suites including WPA-TKIP, AES-CCMP, and GCMP). The list of products affected by some variant of attack includes Android, […]

4G/5G Wireless Networks as Vulnerable as WiFi and putting SmartCities at Risk

Researchers from security firm Positive Technologies warns of 4G/5G Wireless Networks as vulnerable as WiFi and putting smart-cities at risk The Internet of Things (IoT) presents many new opportunities and some different challenges. The vast number of devices makes it very expensive to connect everything with traditional network cabling and in many cases the equipment only supports […]

How To Find Saved WiFi Passwords In Linux?

Short Bytes: Your Linux system saves the passwords of the WiFi networks connected in the past. This is pretty helpful in case you forget the password and you need to connect a new device to the internet. But, you can find the saved WiFi passwords in Linux by running few simple commands. This can also […]

New Version of DarkHotel Malware Spotted Going After Political Figures

The DarkHotel hacking group, a threat actor known to engage in advanced cyber-espionage tactics, has shifted operations from targeting CEOs and businessmen to political figures. DarkHotel has its own place in infosec lore due to its unique tactics of infecting victims. The group’s name comes from its main technique of hacking and taking over the […]

Vault 7 Leaks : CIA Malware “ELSA” Tracking Geo-Location of WiFi Enabled Windows Computers – WikiLeaks

WikiLeaks Revealed an another Document of  CIA Malware Called “ELSA” have an ability to Tracking Geo-Location information of WiFi enabled nearby Target Windows Computers based on the ESS (Extended Service Set) Data and Transfer the latitude, longitude information into 3rd Party Database. ELSA Malware Collecting the targeted WiFi Enabled  Computers Information as Metadata Format and […]

Access Password protected WiFi hotspots for free with Instabridge App

Free WiFi connection is a dream for everyone, thanks to the social media platforms keeping us addicted to the Internet. If you are one of those people who want to keep in touch with friends and family at all costs there is an app called “Instabridge” providing its users with free WiFi access. The app […]

Your Wi-Fi Is Slow Because Of Your Neighbour, Here Is How To Fix It

Short Bytes: You can reduce the wireless interference for your network by selecting the least congested channel. You can do so on various operating systems like Linux, Android, Windows, and MacOS with the help of external and built-in tools like iwlist, WiFi Analyzer, wavemon, diagnostics utility, etc. A less congested channel means you can achieve […]

Wifijammer – Blocks All WiFi Clients/Routers

Wifijammer, is a tool that blocks all wifi clients and access points within range. The effectiveness of this script is constrained by your wireless card. Alfa cards seem to effectively jam within about a block radius with heavy access point saturation. Granularity is given in the options for more effective targeting.   System Requirement Python 2.7 […]

WiFiPhisher – Automated Phishing Attacks Against Wi-Fi Clients

Wifiphisher is a security tool that mounts automated victim-customized phishing attacks against WiFi clients in order to obtain credentials or infect the victims with malwares. It is primarily a social engineering attack that unlike other methods it does not include any brute forcing. It is an easy way for obtaining credentials from captive portals and […]

New Tech Lets You Use Smartphone, Tablet without Draining their Battery

Who doesn’t want to use YouTube or watch favorite shows on Netflix for hours and hours on their smartphone? The only hurdle that we face is that wireless connections and battery life aren’t very compatible with each other. Whenever we need to watch a movie or video, the battery runs out after some time. So […]

Researchers Validate Link Between Cancer and Cellphone Radiations

The National Toxicology Program (NTP) carried out a US $25million study, which spanned over 2.5 years. Now, we have gotten to know the findings of this study and these are indeed startling! The study was centered (Pdf) on the role of cellphone radiations in encouraging cancerous cells within humans. The study identified that there is a […]

How To Stop Wi-Fi Stealing And Catch That Person

Short Bytes: Wifi stealing is the common problem we face in our everyday life. It even happens without our knowledge. However the control is in our hand and we can stop wifi stealing using the admin panel of our wifi router. Often we are unable to locate an uninvited user who uses our Wi-Fi. If someone […]

Find Problems With Your Wi-Fi Connection Using Ofcom Wi-Fi Checker App

Short Bytes: Facing problems with your broadband connection is a common headache that most people struggle with. The UK telecom regulator Ofcom has released a powerful app that tests your WiFi and gives you suggestions to improve your internet connection. The UK telecom watchdog Ofcom has launched a mobile app to find problems with your […]