CERT-FR recommends completely deactivate Wi-Fi whenever it’s not in use

Securityaffairs.Co •Pierluigi Paganini • December 15, 2025

The CERT-FR (French Computer Emergency Response Team) is advising iPhone and Android users to fully disable Wi-Fi to reduce risk. CERT-FR warns iPhone and Android users to fully disable Wi-Fi to reduce exposure, citing multiple vulnerabilities across wireless interfaces, apps, OSs, and even hardware. The agency reiterates basic hygiene: install apps only from official stores, review […]

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CERT-FR Advises Users to Disable Wi-Fi to Mitigate Vulnerabilities The CERT-FR (French Computer Emergency Response Team) has issued a recommendation for iPhone and Android users to completely disable Wi-Fi when not in use. This advice comes in response to multiple vulnerabilities identified across wireless interfaces, applications, operating systems, and even hardware, which could expose users to security risks. The agency also emphasizes the importance of installing apps only from official stores and reviewing security settings regularly. 2 sources 27

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