Charging stations at an airport or mall can sometimes be a lifesaver, but these public spots are the number one spot for hackers, according to the FBI's Denver base.
According to the FBI, hackers have found ways to use public charging stations to inject malware and track a device.
The FBI isn't the only federal agency warning of the danger posed by charging stations. Some warnings are also posted on the FCC website.
“Malware installed through a charging station port can lock the device or capture personal data or even passwords. Criminals can then use this information to access online accounts or sell it to third parties."
Given how much personal information is stored on phones these days, such stealthy thefts can cause major damage.