#107: Identity theft - The Edge - A New Warning
Aug 31, 2022•9 min•Season 3Ep. 107
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Episode description
What do you get when you combine facial recognition, geotracking, and a coffee shop? An identity thief...That's NOT funny!
More and more public places are installing USB jacks for quick and convenient phone charging. This newest great idea has already been hi-jacked and used for bad by hackers. Mark Stross will tell you why you shouldn't trust public USB charging stations and how hackers can get your information within seconds.
What you can do to reduce your risk? Use your own tech and don’t trust others - it's a sorry state of affairs, but it’s true.
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