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Understanding, Examples, and
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- 1. Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attack Understanding, Examples, and Prevention Measures Presented by: [Your Name / Organization]
- 2. Introduction to MitM Attacks • - A cyberattack where an attacker intercepts communication between two parties. • - Victims are unaware while sensitive data is stolen or manipulated. • - Common in financial transactions, login sessions, and data exchanges.
- 3. Common Targets of MitM Attacks • - Financial institutions (banks, payment platforms) • - Healthcare systems (stealing patient data) • - Industrial networks & IoT devices (hijacking control) • - Individual users (social engineering, phishing attacks)
- 4. Types of Man-in-the-Middle Attacks • - Email Hijacking • - Wi-Fi Eavesdropping • - DNS Spoofing & IP Spoofing • - Session Hijacking & SSL Hijacking
- 5. Email Hijacking • - Attackers gain access to email accounts. • - They monitor transactions and send fraudulent messages. • - Example: Fake bank emails requesting credentials.
- 6. Wi-Fi Eavesdropping • - Attackers set up fake Wi-Fi networks to intercept data. • - Users unknowingly connect and expose sensitive data. • - Prevention: Avoid public Wi-Fi or use VPNs.
- 7. DNS Spoofing & IP Spoofing • - Redirects users to fake websites. • - Users unknowingly enter credentials into fraudulent sites. • - Prevention: Check for HTTPS, use secure DNS services.
- 8. Session Hijacking & SSL Hijacking • - Attackers steal session cookies or break SSL encryption. • - Allows them to impersonate legitimate users. • - Prevention: Use strong encryption, multi- factor authentication (MFA).
- 9. Real-Life MitM Attacks • - 2013 NSA Google SSL Spoofing • - Comcast Code Injection • - 2017 Equifax Data Breach • - HSBC & NatWest Banking App Vulnerabilities
- 10. Detecting MitM Attacks • - Unexpected disconnections from services. • - Strange or mismatched URLs. • - Unsecured or suspicious public Wi-Fi networks. • - Unexpected SSL/TLS certificate warnings.
- 11. How to Prevent MitM Attacks • - Keep routers updated and secure. • - Use VPNs and end-to-end encryption. • - Keep software and security patches updated. • - Use strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA). • - Only visit secure websites (HTTPS). • - Implement Zero-Trust security models.
- 12. Conclusion • - MitM attacks are serious cybersecurity threats. • - Awareness and preventive measures are crucial. • - Stay informed, use security best practices, and protect sensitive data.