Electronic car fobs broken by car thieves
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Do not leave valuables in sight in your car. TODAY goes on to recommend that you don’t leave your garage door opener or your car registration in your car either. You’re leaving yourself open to a home invasion and identity theft as well.
Payment cards that are Near Field Communication (NFC) are experiencing charging errors in the UK
What is NFC you say? It’s a card that is intended to work without it having to touch the card reader. The problem is some people are getting charged twice even though they didn’t take the card out of their wallets or purse. It’s a good idea to get a RFID-shielding cover for your debit / credit cards and your passport. Or you can make a cover from aluminum foil, instructions here http://www.rpi-polymath.com/ducttape/RFIDWallet.php
Note: the cover might not keep the card or passport from being read entirely, but it will cut down on the distance that the contents can be read at.
I do not recommend trying to damage the RFID chip.
This story is a timely reminder to keep an eye on your financial transactions!
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