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October 17, 2017

Security Flaw Leaves Most Wi-Fi Devices Vulnerable to Hackers
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In privacy news, computer experts have identified a serious flaw in the
vast majority of Wi-Fi internet devices that leaves networks in homes
and businesses around the world prone to eavesdroppers and hackers. The
flaw affects encryption over the wireless security protocol known as
WPA2, leaving credit card numbers, passwords, emails, photos and other
personal data exposed to hackers. The security breach also opens the
door for third parties to inject ransomware and viruses onto users'
computers.


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