2024-02-02 16:34:08
A woman behind a TikTok account under the name @travelpiratesus.io recently warned travelers not to use charging stations at airports, as they pose a risk of cyber attack. In a 34-second video, the user revealed the dangers of charging stations. “Don’t charge your phone there, you’ll regret it,” she said.
@ezai.io FBI issues a strong WARNING???????? Charging stations….A modern-day trojan horse for data theft or just a convenient power-up spot? What do you think? Plug in at your own risk! ???????? #cubersecurity #juicejacking #technology #technews #breakingnews #youhavebeenwarned #smarttech #smarttechnology #datatheft #hackingtools ♬ original sound – Lawrence Mansour
She noted that the FBI has also issued a warning about charging stations at airports, calling it “juice jacking” — cyberattacks that can be carried out using a USB port and data connection. “Hackers use these USB ports to steal your data. Fun, right?” she added in the video.
We loaded it with a portable charger (Photo: EngImage)
The US Federal Communications Commission explained that hackers are able to use malware at public charging stations to access electronic devices while they are being charged. “Criminals can then use the information on your devices to access online accounts or sell it to other hackers,” the website says. FCC.
The travel expert recommended using portable chargers and external batteries instead of charging stations to stay safe. However, TikTok users have shared another way to safely charge mobile devices without the risk of falling victim to hackers. “You can use power outlets with the charger base or buy USB cables for power only that don’t have data pins,” suggested one viewer.
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