How to secure a Mac on public wi-fi networks?

Question

WiFi

Hello! I use MacBook Pro with M1. Soon I will have to work with public wi-fi networks, so I became interested in the security of the data I transmitted. I actively use iCloud Drive, Photos, Contacts, etc. so the question is very important for me. I would appreciate any advice and personal experience. ✌

Answer 1

Set up a vpn server at home and connect to it. Allow all traffic through vpn.

Answer 2

1) Carefully configure the firewall
2) It is advisable to use TOR / VPN so as not to share the list of your services and interests with others and the owner of the point
3) If there is no desire / opportunity in paragraph 2, use only services and applications that work via HTTPS and carefully study both the technology and the signs of a reliable and untrusted site, as well as signs of a MITM attack.

Answer 3

Do not use such wifi in principle.
Or use over vpn, as indicated above

Answer 4

Buy the maximum kaspersky for how much money is enough and do not worry. If it's a waste of money and the company allows you to install a corporate one through the MDM system, then why not? At the same time, if you are hacked and the antivirus looks through, then the admin / security guard will still get a notification about the problem on the poppy, they will notify you.

Answer 5

Distribute wi-fi to a macbook from your phone, or using a mobile router with a SIM card. This is the easiest one to use.