Before you scan that QR code, did you know scammers can swap out QR codes to trick people into handing over their info and stealing their money? Yes, we reported an incident in 2023. Fast-forward to ...

The FBI is warning the public to watch out for unexpected packages featuring QR codes. On Friday, the FBI published an alert about packages that arrive without any sender information but include QR ...

Uniqode reports that QR Code trust hinges on consistency; reliability shapes user confidence more than security messaging.

Quishing is proving effective, too, with millions of people unknowingly opening malicious websites. In fact, 73% of Americans admit to scanning QR codes without checking if the source is legitimate.

It's generally best to avoid scanning a QR code of unknown origin, and caution is becoming more important as threats proliferate. Anybody can make a QR code in a matter of seconds using free online ...

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