Prevent “Juice Jacking”

Don’t Let Someone Steal Your “Juice”!

• Have you heard of “juice jacking?” It occurs when hackers tamper with public USB charging stations to steal your data or install malware.
• With holiday travel at an all-time high, it’s especially important to be vigilant.
• While those stations seem convenient, plugging in could put your phone or tablet at risk.
• You can help protect yourself from juice jacking by:
  • Avoiding public USB ports and only charging your devices using traditional power outlets.
  • Bringing your own charging cables or portable battery packs.
  • Using a “charge-only” USB cable to block any data transfers.
  • Keeping your device’s software updated with the latest protections.
• Learn how to help protect yourself from scams here>>

Our informative Prevent “Juice Jacking” article and other scam prevention advice is now available. Questions? Visit your Bank of America location.

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