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Most Americans say they scan QR codes without checking their source — but the FTC warns that could be a costly mistake, thanks to this growing scam

According to NordVPN, 73% of Americans report scanning QR codes without verifying their source, with 26 million having ...
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Beware: Check QR codes before you scan them to avoid 'quishing' scams

Watch out for quishing, or phishing through dodgy QR codes, the latest scam catching people unawares - costing some thousands ...

Beware the QR code: How a new scam is costing consumers £10,000 per day

Figures from Action Fraud show that 784 reports of quishing were made to the fraud reporting service between April 2024 and ...
CNET

Is That a Fake QR Code? How to Spot One and Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

Scammers can use fake QR codes to steal your money and identity. But what can you do when you need a menu? Jason Steele Expert Reviewer and Contributor As a freelance personal finance writer since ...
USA Today

Don't fall for this: The fake QR code scam that aims to take your money at parking meters

A Quick Response code, or QR code, is an easy way to access information on your mobile device. However, a scam that uses the codes at parking meters is making people become more vigilant before they ...
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Don't Fall for This Sneaky QR Code Scam if You Get a Surprise Package

That would be a big mistake. These codes can easily take you to any URL with a quick tap, and that's a dangerous access point ...