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DEF CON crowd suspected in fake-hotspot attack on Delta flight

Ars Technica · Securityby Cyrus Farivar ()1
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FBI Atlanta is investigating a fake in-flight Wi-Fi hotspot attack on a Delta flight, with DEF CON attendees suspected and no arrests made.

FBI Atlanta confirmed it is investigating an attack involving a rogue Wi-Fi hotspot used against a Delta flight. The timing and technique led to speculation that DEF CON attendees were involved. No arrests have been made, and details about affected victims remain limited.

Key facts
  • Rogue in-flight Wi-Fi hotspot attack under FBI investigation
  • DEF CON attendees suspected due to timing and technique
  • No arrests made; investigation ongoing
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FBI Atlanta confirms it's looking into the incident, no arrests made.

Ars Technica · Security

By Cyrus Farivar · arstechnica.com

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