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In order to stay safe against these types of attack, here are a few basic tips:

Avoid connecting to public Wi-Fi hotspots
In case you have to use one, always use HTTPS websites to guard your private information against network eavesdropping
Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to securie your connection

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