Accessory maker Plugable just launched a collection of USB-C data-blocker charging cables. The cables transfer only power, not data, and therefore prevent “juice jacking” attacks at public charging ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, staying secure while charging your devices on the go is more important than ever. USB data blockers are simple tools that protect your smartphone or tablet from ...

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Exercise caution when charging your phone in public places or borrowing a charger from someone -- you might get hacked. This illustration was generated using ChatGPT and is intended solely for ...

Although a lot of data now flies wirelessly to the cloud, smartphone users still often plug their devices into a charger, car or laptop via USB. Using a multi-stage trick, security experts have ...

Apple equips its Macs with Thunderbolt ports that are compatible with USB-C. The MacBook Pro comes with either two or three of these ports, depending on the model you pick. A new MacBook Air has a ...