Airport security part 6: Skimming at airport kiosks

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Not just at YYZ

I know those kiosks at Toronto Airport, having just used one. I don't
think someone added a skimmer externally. They have trained staff
helping passengers, and who would spot anything amiss. Also,
airports have CCTVs, so the chance of being identified is high if a
skimmer was detected.

If the problem is at Toronto, you can bet its elsewhere. Canadians are
much more conservative than our American cousins. If an Airport
Authority noticed even the least bit of "weirdness" it would not bow to
the economic pressure of the airlines to stay quiet.

From reading the Canadian stories. The Kiosks are owned by the
Airport Authority. They license their use to each airline. A 3rd party
company manages the network link from the kiosk to the credit card
company's systems and the airline systems.

Also note, anyone who used their credit card to check-in also likely
used their CC to purchase something (gum, magazine) at a store
inside the airport.

Posted by: snberk203   Posted on: 07/28/08 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use

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