Pwnagotchi: Tamagotchi to Hack Wi-Fi Networks Using Artificial Intelligence

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If you're in your 90s , you certainly know Tamagotchi , the online game that gave you the opportunity to care for a small virtual animal. Recently , Bandai decided to bring this game back to the market by launching a new limited edition. This new model made a lot of noise, especially for the generation of the nineties who have memories with this game , but there is another unofficial project, which made Tamagotchi talk about it also many sites and platforms on the Internet Called Pwnagotchi, this Tamagotchi-style tool was designed by a hacker calling himself Evilsocket on Twitter.

Background

What is this project and what does it aim at? Essentially , transforming Pi into a WiFi hunter Tamagotchi with the Pwnagotchi project, which includes an AI capable of “learning” about the wireless environment, and modifying the type of data it receives to improve the chances of success to penetrate WiFi networks. Instead of eating virtual foods, Pwnagotchi feeds on WiFi networks Yes Pwnagotchi is a tool designed to hack WiFi (not very traditional). According to its creator , Pwnagotchi's evolution depends on its exposure to WiFi..

Whenever you are exposed to Wi-Fi networks, it is easier for him to hack , this tool relies on artificial intelligence to learn. To make it evolve , users will have to navigate around the city and collect data via WiFi that will be used to “feed” Pwnagotchi This device has an interface that allows users to check Pwnagotchi's mood according to his activities and level of satisfaction. Pwnagotchi has an educational system that allows it to evaluate the WiFi environment and automatically change its settings to increase its chances of capturing as much data as possible..

Full Details

Within a few weeks, Pwnagotchi saw a huge user count. A community of users from all over the world has emerged on the web. They advise on the best way to improve the use of Pwnagotchi..

To use Pwnagotchi , all you need is the Raspberry Pi Zero W , a microSD card with a minimum storage capacity of 8GB and an external battery.. the official website of the project..

Key Takeaways

• If you're in your 90s , you certainly know Tamagotchi , the online game that gave you the opportunity to care for a small virtual animal.
• Recently , Bandai decided to bring this game back to the market by launching a new limited edition.
• Instead of eating virtual foods, Pwnagotchi feeds on WiFi networks Yes Pwnagotchi is a tool designed to hack WiFi (not very traditional).
• According to its creator , Pwnagotchi's evolution depends on its exposure to WiFi..

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