Australian Man Sentenced to Prison for Wi-Fi Attacks at Airports and on Flights
Summary
Michael Clapsis has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for conducting Wi-Fi attacks at airports and on flights, leading to the theft of sensitive information. This case highlights the ongoing cybersecurity risks associated with public Wi-Fi networks and the legal repercussions of such cybercrimes.
Original Article Summary
Michael Clapsis has been sentenced to 7 years and 4 months in prison for stealing sensitive information. The post Australian Man Sentenced to Prison for Wi-Fi Attacks at Airports and on Flights appeared first on SecurityWeek.
Impact
Public Wi-Fi networks at airports and on flights
In the Wild
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Timeline
Ongoing since the incidents leading to sentencing
Remediation
Users should avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive transactions and utilize VPNs for secure connections. Organizations should implement stronger security measures for public Wi-Fi networks.