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@article{176835,
        author = {Mr. Santhosh Kumar R and Ms. Elampirai Gopika},
        title = {Enhancement Of Security in Public WiFi With Browser Extension},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {7787-7792},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=176835},
        abstract = {The ubiquity of public Wi-Fi networks has introduced serious cybersecurity risks, particularly due to the lack of encryption and authentication on open connections. These vulnerabilities make users susceptible to threats such as data interception and unauthorized access. This research proposes a novel browser extension designed to enhance user safety by implementing real-time monitoring and response mechanisms within the browser environment. The central research objective is to investigate how automated, browser-based security measures can effectively mitigate risks associated with unsecured Wi-Fi networks. The proposed solution involves a browser extension that continuously evaluates the security status of the current network. When an unsecured (open) network is detected, the extension monitors user activity and triggers interventions upon the access of sensitive websites—such as online banking portals and communication platforms. In such cases, users receive immediate security alerts and are redirected to prevent further interaction with potentially compromised services until a secure connection is restored. Experimental findings suggest that this proactive and seamless approach significantly reduces users’ exposure to cyber threats while using public Wi-Fi. This work contributes to the field of cybersecurity by introducing a practical, user-friendly tool that empowers individuals to make safer online choices in high-risk network environments.},
        keywords = {Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity), VPN (Virtual Private Network), HTTPS (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol Secure), DNS (Domain Name System)},
        month = {May},
        }