Name: Beware of Free Services at the Airport: Hidden Risks in Wi-Fi and Charging Ports | Videos | Gan Jing World - Technology for Humanity | Video & Movie Streaming
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Description: As the end of the year approaches, air travel activities have increased sharply. Airports are filled... | Videos | Gan Jing World - Technology for Humanity | Video & Movie Streaming

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As the end of the year approaches, air travel activities have increased sharply. Airports are filled with passengers using their waiting time to access free Wi-Fi or charge their phones at outlets.Generally, these free services can unwittingly become an entry point for cybercrime. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) urges the public not to use Wi-FThe public, especially when making online transactions or entering sensitive information such as credit card numbers and personal details. Hackers can exploit public Wi-Fi networks to eavesdrop on activities.Users, so personal data is at risk of leaking and being misused. Besides Wi-Fi, another threat comes from public charging USB ports. Through these ports, cyber criminals can install malware.Malicious software. When a phone is connected to charge, a virus can enter without the user's knowledge and secretly steal data. The Federal Communications Commission of the United States orThe FCC warns the public to avoid charging through common USB ports and to prefer regular electrical outlets, which are considered safer. The Federal Communications Commission alsoRecommend passengers to always bring their own charger and cable, use a power bank, or use a special cable that only works for charging without data transfer. Expertsemphasizing that this risk exists not only at airports but also in various other public spaces such as cafes, hotels, and shopping malls. Short-term convenience, if not accompanied by vigilance, caAnyone can get trapped in cybercrime. With the increasing threats of digital crime, the public is advised to be more cautious when using free facilities in public places. MeasuresSimple prevention can protect personal data from the risk of theft.