1. FaceNiff
Beware users – your Facebook and Twitter account over Wi-Fi can be hacked with the help of an app called ‘FaceNiff’. Installation of this app will detect the connection that will be using the same Wi-Fi network and allow user to access your social media accounts. With just one tap on screen, hackers can access any account logged in either on private or public network.
Mechanism:Cookie stealing over unencrypted connection, works best in College,School campuses
Tips to be safe: We advise you to enable ‘Secure browsing (https)’ for both your facebook and twitter account.
Beware users – your Facebook and Twitter account over Wi-Fi can be hacked with the help of an app called ‘FaceNiff’. Installation of this app will detect the connection that will be using the same Wi-Fi network and allow user to access your social media accounts. With just one tap on screen, hackers can access any account logged in either on private or public network.
Mechanism:Cookie stealing over unencrypted connection, works best in College,School campuses
Tips to be safe: We advise you to enable ‘Secure browsing (https)’ for both your facebook and twitter account.
