- Oct 6, 2012
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If an Android device (phone or tablet) has ever logged on to a particular Wi-Fi network, then Google probably knows the Wi-Fi password. Considering how many Android devices there are, it is likely that Google can access most Wi-Fi passwords worldwide.
What is not said, is that Google can read the Wi-Fi passwords.
And, if you are reading this and thinking about one Wi-Fi network, be aware that Android devices remember the passwords to every Wi-Fi network they have logged on to. The Register writes.
The good news is that Android owners can opt out just by turning off the checkbox.
The bad news is that, like any American company, Google can be compelled by agencies of the U.S. government to silently spill the beans.
When it comes to Wi-Fi, the NSA, CIA and FBI may not need hackers and cryptographers. They may not need to exploit WPS or UPnP. If Android devices are offering up your secrets, WPA2 encryption and a long random password offer no protection
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What is not said, is that Google can read the Wi-Fi passwords.
And, if you are reading this and thinking about one Wi-Fi network, be aware that Android devices remember the passwords to every Wi-Fi network they have logged on to. The Register writes.
The good news is that Android owners can opt out just by turning off the checkbox.
The bad news is that, like any American company, Google can be compelled by agencies of the U.S. government to silently spill the beans.
When it comes to Wi-Fi, the NSA, CIA and FBI may not need hackers and cryptographers. They may not need to exploit WPS or UPnP. If Android devices are offering up your secrets, WPA2 encryption and a long random password offer no protection
Source