Federal officials are again warning travelers to avoid using public USB charging stations, as the docks can be altered to introduce malware or tracking software onto cellphones.
Federal officials are again warning travelers to avoid using public USB charging stations — often found in airports, hotels or other travel hubs — because the docks can be altered to introduce malware or tracking software onto personal devices.
The FBI recently reminded people that the safest option is to use an electrical outlet with a personal USB cord and charger, or use a portable charger.was tied to a particular incident simply a reminder of the problem, which has become a growing concern in recent years.Avoid using free charging stations in airports, hotels or shopping centers. Bad actors have figured out ways to use public USB ports to introduce malware and monitoring software onto devices.
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