Public wifi 'easy to hack into'

Free public wifi is putting users at risk from even the most basic hackers, IT experts have warned.

Public wifi 'easy to hack into'

Free public wifi is putting users at risk from even the most basic hackers, IT experts have warned.

Random tests on internet systems at 10 prominent hotels across the country found they all have fundamental security flaws, allowing novice cyber-criminals access to anything from email logins to bank and credit card details.

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