The FBI has warned that charging your phone via a USB cable from a free charging
station could be the worst decision you ever make regarding security.
station could be the worst decision you ever make regarding security.
We often advise people to avoid free Wi-Fi networks or at least use a VPN
solution when connecting to an unknown Wi-Fi, as attackers can control wireless
networks to capture all traffic from the victims’ devices. But connecting your
phone to an unknown outlet that supposedly provides free charging is infinitely
worse.
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