Aussie Hacker Lands in Hot Water: 7-Year Sentence for Wi-Fi Shenanigans
Australian Michael Clapsis will spend 7 years and 4 months in prison for his elaborate Wi-Fi attacks at airports and on flights, stealing sensitive data. Using “evil twin” networks, he collected personal credentials, highlighting the potential for reputational damage to airlines. Clapsis reportedly acted out of “sexual voyeurism.”
Hot Take:
Michael Clapsis wasn’t content with just being a frequent flyer; he needed frequent felony miles too! In a bizarre twist of “Fly-Fi,” this guy swapped peanuts and pretzels for passwords and private pics, proving that not all in-flight entertainment is family-friendly. Here’s hoping his prison Wi-Fi is as spotty as the service at 30,000 feet!
Key Points:
- Michael Clapsis sentenced to over 7 years for Wi-Fi attacks at airports and on flights.
- He set up fake “evil twin” Wi-Fi hotspots to steal sensitive data and credentials.
- His antics included accessing private images from women’s online accounts.
- He tried to erase evidence but was ultimately caught with incriminating devices.
- Clapsis’ lawyer cited “sexual voyeurism” and his autism as factors in his behavior.
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