India, April 28 -- In an effort to boost digital safety awareness, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a fresh advisory cautioning citizens against performing sensitive transactions over public Wi-Fi networks. The reminder highlights the growing risks associated with unsecured internet connections in public spaces.

While free Wi-Fi at airports, cafes, and shopping centres is often welcomed by travellers and commuters, CERT-In warns that these networks are prime targets for cybercriminals. Hackers can easily intercept data shared over unsecured connections, exposing users to serious risks such as identity theft, financial fraud, and unauthorised access to personal information on your laptop, Android phone or i...