Daily Tech News Show Should You Fear the Public USB Charging Port? - DTNSB 5007
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Apr 28, 2025 Andy Beach, an AI and media technology expert, shares insights into how Warner Brothers Discovery leverages AI to elevate live sports coverage. He discusses the risks of public USB charging ports and the concept of 'juice jacking,' urging listeners to prioritize personal chargers for device security. The conversation also highlights eBay’s advantages for auto enthusiasts and Microsoft's new hot patching feature. Additionally, Beach explores how AI is reshaping sports broadcasting, making it more engaging and accessible for fans.
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New Juice Jacking Techniques Found
- Juice jacking attacks have been rare but researchers found a way to bypass confirmation dialogs to exfiltrate data.
- Updating to Android 15 or iOS 18.4 mitigates these new attack methods effectively.
Use Power-Only USB Cables
- Use power-only USB cables to avoid data transfer risks from public USB ports.
- Prefer charging from a power brick rather than direct USB ports in public spaces.
Personal USB Charging Habits
- Tom Merritt prefers using power bricks over public USB ports to avoid security risks.
- He acknowledges that power-only cables don't always work properly and plans to replace his.