Angvlar Security Awareness
Working safely on public Wi-Fi
Protect work accounts and information on airports, hotels, cafés and shared networks.
Why this matters
Public networks can be impersonated or monitored. Modern encryption helps, but users should still avoid unknown networks and use approved secure access methods.
By the end of this lesson
- Recognise the main warning signs
- Choose a safe verification method
- Know when and how to report the situation
What to notice
- Network name is slightly different
- No password or captive portal looks unusual
- Device asks to trust a certificate
- File sharing is enabled
- Sensitive work is performed without approved protection
What to do
- Use a trusted hotspot when possible
- Confirm the network name with staff
- Use the approved VPN or secure access method
- Disable automatic connection and file sharing
- Avoid certificate overrides
- Forget the network afterwards
Frequently asked questions
Is HTTPS enough on public Wi-Fi?
It helps, but a fake network can still redirect or deceive users.
What is an evil twin?
A malicious hotspot that imitates a legitimate network.
What is the safest alternative?
A trusted mobile hotspot or approved secure connection.