It might sound like something from a movie, but public WiFi attacks happen every day, in real places like cafes, airports, malls, even hotels. Hackers don't need to break into your phone directly. They just need to sit on the same network as you.
Once connected, they can quietly watch the data moving between your phone and the internet including passwords, messages, and card details, if you're not careful. This isn't rare or high-tech spy stuff. It's simple, common, and happens more often than most people realize. The scary part? You usually have no idea it's happening.