I'm not real sure how to post this, nor am I sure of the scope. I am still learning about computers.
All transactions done via secure websites are secure, however the auto mailing feature to confirm orders sometimes contains sensitive data. When the customer is on a wireless connection, be it ISP or home LAN that data is broadcasted in the clear for anyone within range to eavesdrop. A wired internet connection limits the number of people who have access to this data simply by the nature of the internet putting it within acceptable risk. It is legal according to US law to eavesdrop on wireless connections. http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/cybercrime/wiretap2510_2522.htm The only solutions I can offer are one of two things. 1. Quit sending auto confirmations with sensitive data 2. Encrypt all wireless transmissions at least making someone who gains access to this data prosecutable. Please direct all flames to /dev/null Dan Becker __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Win a $20,000 Career Makeover at Yahoo! HotJobs http://hotjobs.sweepstakes.yahoo.com/careermakeover _______________________________________________ Full-Disclosure - We believe in it. Charter: http://lists.netsys.com/full-disclosure-charter.html