Researchers have warned that installing magnetic stripe credit card readers at EV charging points will increase the risk of card skimming in the future . But several states are proposing EV charging stations install magnetic stripe credit card readers, which the researchers are prone to abuse by fraudsters. States like Arizona , California and Nevada are considering plans to install the technology at publicly funded charging stations , despite fears the move could make the stations increasingly attractive to cyber criminals . Researchers have called on companies to offer more secure payment systems , such as contactless mobile platforms , to prevent exposing customers to unnecessary risks .
Researchers have warned that installing magnetic stripe credit card readers at EV charging points will increase the risk of card skimming in the future . States like Arizona , California and Nevada are considering plans to install the technology at publicly funded charging stations , despite fears the move could make the stations increasingly attractive to cyber criminals . Researchers have called on companies to offer more secure payment systems , such as contactless mobile platforms , to prevent exposing customers to unnecessary risks .