The more we arm ourselves against internet-borne threats by using anti-spyware and anti-virus suites, the more state-of-the-art technique is developed and is being brought about by the online hackers to rip off our safety measures. Now it is quite clear that wherever we take a move, we should not think of ourselves safe and sound. Previously, I have at length talked about an assortment of spam and malware bugs that infect the computer, and simultaneously I have talked about the products, suites and software that claims to protect against the internet-borne threats, but the latest hot-spot scam, which is hitting airports throughout the country, have not gone through my keyboard. In this scam, you might finish up being the target of a “man in the middle” assault, wherein a hacker can commit theft of the info sent by you via the Internet, including usernames and passwords. Besides, you might also get your files and identity stolen, come to nothing but with a spyware-riddled computer and get your computer switched into a spam-spewing zombie. The invasion might even render your laptop exposed to hackers every time you switch it on, by enabling anybody to connect to it but for your informed consent or knowledge. The next time you’re at an airport in search of a wireless hot spot, and you spot one called “Free Wi-Fi” or a parallel name, be cautious. Last but not the least, if you are making use of Windows Vista, then no doubt you are specially vulnerable to this invasion owing to the intricacy in recognizing it while utilizing Vista. But the article, which you are about to read, will let you know how the assault works and how you have to keep yourself protected against if you are using Windows XP or Vista. Read