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After seeing Wi-Fi network named “STINKY,” Navy found hidden Starlink dish on US warship (arstechnica.com)
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[–] InEnduringGrowStrong@sh.itjust.works 4 points 2 months ago

"HEY, I’M LOOKING FOR [hidden network name]"

Client devices can also do this all the time even when not in range, which basically broadcasts they're looking for that network everywhere they go. That's just asking for someone to setup a rogue access point.