This is probably getting pedantic, but dismissing a risk as "nonsense" is how the general population forgets that certain risks exist. And this risk absolutely

This is probably getting pedantic, but dismissing a risk as "nonsense" is how the general population forgets that certain risks exist. And this risk absolutely exists. If you're a non-tech savvy but high-risk user who travels quite a bit, it's probably worth taking the precaution of using your own charger and cord. That way you don't have to worry about accidentally approving something on your phone that's going to hijack it.