There are reports of scammers covering up QR codes on parking meters with a QR code of their own. And some crafty scammers might send you a QR code by text message or email and make up a …

Mar 7, 2025 · Consumers may be exposing their phones or tech devices to malware or other fraudulent links via QR codes. Here are several things to remember before you scan.

Jul 30, 2021 · Companies use QR codes to point consumers to their apps, track packages, or view menus. But because these codes can’t be read by the human eye, they have become a way for …

Jun 12, 2025 · Is that QR code safe? Learn about common QR code scams, their risks, and how to spot and avoid them.

Jul 27, 2025 · Almost three-quarters of Americans (73%) scan QR codes without verification, and more than 26 million have already been directed to malicious sites, according to NordVPN. The FTC …

Dec 5, 2025 · An insidious scam method that preys on people being oblivious to their actions has been seen in Florida but doesn't appear to have filtered down to our neck of the woods. A Facebook Reel …

Jul 27, 2025 · QR code scams, known as "quishing," are gaining traction as hackers lure consumers to fake websites to steal passwords and financial data.

May 5, 2025 · Cybercriminals have found clever ways to exploit QR codes in a growing variety of scams. These scams can compromise your personal information, steal your money, or even infect your …

Feb 20, 2025 · Have you ever received a QR code from an unfamiliar email address or via text message urging you to scan right away? If you do, then don’t scan the QR code! This type is a scam called …

Jul 28, 2025 · As reported by CNBC, millions of people have been victimized by quishing as more and more bad QR codes have appeared in public places. According to security researchers at NordVPN, …