- Mar 13, 2024
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Heads up, summer travelers! The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has issued a new advisory for the busy travel season. We've all been in that situation at the airport: low phone battery, looking for a quick charge using the USB ports conveniently available by the gate, while browsing on public Wi-Fi. Yet, according to the TSA, you might want to reconsider this practice.
Earlier this year, TSA highlighted critical "cyber safety tips" on Facebook. Firstly, those seemingly harmless USB ports could be rigged by hackers to install malware, a scheme known as "juice jacking." To stay safe, they suggest using a TSA-compliant power strip or an external battery pack instead.
Moreover, they strongly caution against utilizing free public Wi-Fi, especially for online transactions or entering sensitive information, due to potential security risks.
So if a vacation is in your near future, keep these warnings in mind while navigating airports. Curious about how these tips might change your travel habits? Share your thoughts below and stay tuned for more travel advice!
Earlier this year, TSA highlighted critical "cyber safety tips" on Facebook. Firstly, those seemingly harmless USB ports could be rigged by hackers to install malware, a scheme known as "juice jacking." To stay safe, they suggest using a TSA-compliant power strip or an external battery pack instead.
Moreover, they strongly caution against utilizing free public Wi-Fi, especially for online transactions or entering sensitive information, due to potential security risks.
So if a vacation is in your near future, keep these warnings in mind while navigating airports. Curious about how these tips might change your travel habits? Share your thoughts below and stay tuned for more travel advice!
