As has been discussed by many Android users, Android has a problem in terms of security. Most users of Android devices have their personal data stolen by
hackers. Why does this happen? The research found that
Wi-Fi networks are the cause of it.
Wifi Hotspot is available almost everywhere, so most Android users prefer to use the free internet facilities than using his network operator. Therefore, many users complained that their personal data had been stolen.
Therefore, we will give you some tips for Android users who frequently utilize the Wifi network, the following tips to
protect your Android device from hackers.
If you are still using the Android system version 2.3 then you will find security weaknesses in the system. Android version 2.3 is the use ClientLogin
authentication protocol. ClientLogin requires users to enter a username and password; then the authentication process will take from the data stored in the ClientLogin. Data stored on the ClientLogin that has weak security system so that
hackers can access data stored on the ClientLogin authentication when your Android device is connected to a Wifi network.
You can find some networks that are not require a password (Open) and requires a password (Security-Enable Wireless Network) when you are in the mall and search for available Wi-Fi networks. In the open wifi network called the
unencrypted Wi-Fi networks that could harm your Android device. You have to be careful of unencrypted Wi-Fi networks because it is possible purposely provided by hackers to steal your data.
The most effective effort is to avoid the use of unencrypted Wi-Fi networks. But if you are more interested in open Wi-Fi network, it is better to use additional applications for the security of Wi-Fi connections as an SSH Tunnel. This application provides a secure connection between your Android device with Wi-Fi network
unencrypted.