Galaxy Note 8`s Secure Wi-Fi VPN now powered by McAfee
(Android Central)

McAfee`s now in charge of Secure Wi-Fi`s backend. Earlier this month, Samsung released a new app for the Galaxy Note 8 called `Secure Wi-Fi` that aimed to protect users when on public Wi-Fi networks from potential threats and attackers. This came as a result of the KRACK WPA2 Wi-Fi vulnerability that was discovered in October, and Samsung`s now upgrading its Secure Wi-Fi service thanks to a new collaboration with McAfee. With this collaboration, McAfee will now be in charge of the backend for the Secure Wi-Fi VPN so that those using the service can have enhanced protection when using the Note 8 on public Wi-Fi networks and hotspots. McAfee says that a survey it conducted revealed 58% of individuals know how to check and see if the Wi-Fi network they`re on is safe to use, but even so, less than half of that 58% actually does something to really make sure that the connection is truly secure. Secure Wi-Fi on the Note 8 acts like most other VPNs by encrypting all online activity and u...