Remember having to hunt for an electrical outlet at the airport?
Now many boarding areas have USB ports built into their seats, but federal authorities urge travelers to avoid plugging in, at least directly.
“Hackers can install malware at USB ports (we’ve been told that’s called “juice/port jacking”),” the Transportation Safety Administration posted on Facebook this spring. “So, when you’re at an airport do not plug your phone directly into a USB port. Bring your TSA-compliant power brick or battery pack and plug in there.”
Here’s what else travelers should know before their next flight. Read More >