By RecOsint | Dec 4, 2025
Starbucks_WiFi_Free You enter a coffee shop. You see two networks: 1. Starbucks_WiFi (Weak Signal) 2. Starbucks_WiFi_Free (Strong Signal) You connect to the strong one because it's faster. You just fell into the trap.
A hacker sitting in the corner uses a device (like a WiFi Pineapple) to broadcast a fake signal. – The Trick: They give it the Exact Same Name (SSID) as the real network. – The Power: Since their signal is stronger (closer to you), your phone connects to them automatically.
"Please Login to Continue" Once connected, a pop-up appears asking for your Google or Facebook login to access the internet. – The Reality: It looks official, but it is a Fake Page hosted on the hacker's laptop. – Result: You type your password, and it goes straight to the hacker.
How to stay safe? It is very hard to tell the difference between the Twin and the Real one. So, encrypt everything. – Defense: If you use a VPN, your data is scrambled. Even if the Evil Twin catches it, they can't read it.
Your phone loves to connect to known networks. – Rule: Turn off "Auto-Join Networks" for public places. – Tip: If you see two networks with the same name, ask the staff which one is real.