Saw a public charging station at the airport with a scary warning sign

I was stuck at O'Hare last week waiting for a delayed flight and my phone was at 3%. I went to use one of those free USB charging stations near gate B12, you know the ones built into the seats. Right above the port was a small sticker that said 'Data may be accessed. Charge only.' It made me think, because I would have just plugged in without a second look. I carry a 'charge-only' USB cable now, which blocks the data pins, but most people don't. It's a perfect spot for a 'juice jacking' scam where bad stuff gets loaded onto your phone. Has anyone else seen these warnings pop up in other public places?

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linda1141mo ago

That "data may be accessed" warning is why I only use a wall plug now.

phoenixw111mo ago

Wait, that warning is real? I always thought it was just legal stuff they had to say. Maybe I should switch to a wall plug too.

paul_taylor211mo ago

My old airport's USB port actually fried a phone battery once.