Holidaymakers at airport warned against common phone mistake
Travellers are being warned that they could be at risk of having their data stolen if they charge their phone at the airport with experts sharing their advice on how you can protect yourself and your information. Whilst it may seem convenient to charge your phone at public USB charging stations in airports, doing so can expose you to significant cybersecurity risks. Berk Baryaktar, CEO and founder of tech company Esimatic, warns public USB ports can be compromised by cybercriminals. These criminals can access your data or install malware on your device in a process known as “juice jacking.” So how cybercriminals exploit public USB ports? Public USB charging stations are commonly found in airports and whilst a great way of making sure you don't run out of bat
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