Public Wi-Fi Risks & Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks

1. Disconnect Network: Cut internet access immediately to halt command-and-control communication.
2. Invalidate Credentials: Reset the compromised password from a secondary clean host.
3. Blameless Reporting: Foster a culture where employees report accidental clicks instantly.

How rogue access points capture data and why business VPNs are non-negotiable for remote workers.

Unsecured public hotspots allow nearby attackers to sniff unencrypted packets and hijack active sessions.

Rogue access points clone legitimate SSIDs. Always establish an encrypted corporate VPN tunnel.