Public charging stations are incredibly convenient when you’re on the go, but they also come with risks that many people don’t realize. From data theft to malware, charging your phone in a public place can make you vulnerable to security threats.
In the last year, almost 33.8 million attacks have happened on mobile devices according to Kaspersky. This is a 50% increase from the previous year. 64% of hacks on mobile devices were financially motivated, and 5% were for espionage.