Microsoft Warns of Russian Hackers Targeting Free Hotel Wi-Fi Networks
Microsoft has warned that a Russian-linked hacking group, Storm-2945, is targeting free hotel and hospitality Wi-Fi networks worldwide. The group manipulates captive portal sign-in pages to redirect users to fake sites, pushing malicious software updates that can steal passwords, log keystrokes, and record audio. Business travelers are particularly targeted. Security firms have confirmed this activity since early May 2026, urging users to avoid using free hotel Wi-Fi to protect sensitive data.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (30/100). Lens Score 42/100.
Outlets measured: indiatoday, news18. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–32/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 10 Aug, 03:14 am. Other outlets followed.
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