Watch for this scam involving QR codes and packages, NJ police warn

A Bergen County police department is warning the public to be on alert for a nationwide package scam targeting residents' ...
The Lode

QR phishing: An online scam to watch out for

Owen Gorter · Quick Response (QR) codes have been used for phishing scams ever since they started gaining popularity. They blend in with every other QR code and pose a security risk to your mobile ...

StrongestLayer Research Finds QR Code Phishing Is Evading Email Security

StrongestLayer today released a new threat intelligence report, From Nation-States to Amateur Hackers: Why QR Code Phishing Evades Email Security, analyzing approximately 200 advanced QR code phishing ...
The New York Times

That QR Code You’re About to Scan Could Be Risky, F.T.C. Warns

Scammers have used QR codes to steal personal information by imitating legitimate companies or sending deceptive emails and text messages, the Federal Trade Commission said. By Amanda Holpuch QR codes ...
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 ...
Engadget

QR code attacks probably aren’t coming for your scan-to-order menus

QR code-based phishing attacks appear to be on the rise. For this “new” hacking vector, someone gets a phishing email asking them to scan a QR code, that code redirects to a malicious link (usually to ...