Using a public Wi-Fi network without VPN just got more dangerous. Firesheep, a new packet sniffers Firefox add-on, it's easier than ever for malicious users to take advantage of unsecured wireless networks in coffee shops, airports and more.
If you're on an untrusted network, a Firesheep user can instantly access your information and activity. Worse, it can take over your identity to access all areas of the sites you visit - as if is you
Here's how it works :.
- a Firesheep user connects to the same network that you are on
- He clicks a "Start Capture" button
- Firesheep has the names and pictures users on the network
- existing sites accessed by each user are also listed
- Firesheep user sees through the list and double-click on your photo
- There is instantly connected as you see what you see
once Firesheep user hijacks your session, you can access data, read e-mails, conduct transactions and participate in communications as if it's you.
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