• Natanael
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    21 year ago

    Yeah, it’s like a fake traffic cop basically, sending your (network) traffic down the wrong route

    • @[email protected]
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      11 year ago

      More like a corrupt traffic cop. There are reasons you might want this kind of functionality, which is why it exists. Normally you can trust the cop (DHCP server) but in this case the cop has decided to send everyone from all streets down to the docks.

      • Natanael
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        11 year ago

        These types of attacks would likely be implemented via DHCP spoofing / poisoning, unless you’re on a malicious network

        • @[email protected]
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          11 year ago

          I’d think the place most people use VPN is public wifi, unless they are utilizing workplace VPN.