How a USB data blocker can protect you from juice jacking [Video]

In April 2023, security officials issued a warning to people using free USB port charging stations you typically see at airports, stadiums and sometimes on the street. “If your battery is running low, be aware that juicing up your electronic device at free USB port charging stations, such as those found in airports and hotel lobbies, might have unfortunate consequences,” officials wrote on the FCC’s website. “You could become a victim of “juice jacking,” yet another cyber-theft tactic.”Norton, one of the leading antivirus and security software companies, describes juice jacking as someone using your device’s charging process as a means to exploit your phone and move data from your device to their own. Juice jacking not only means your data could be stolen, but malware could be installed on your device, gathering data such as your GPS location, purchase history, social media interactions, photos and call logs, according to officials …