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But QR codes can also leave you vulnerable. That’s because scammers, organized criminal gangs, and shady nation-states are ...

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 ...

QR codes have become an everyday occurrence for a lot of things we encounter, but multiple federal agencies are urging ...

But as with any new advancement in technology, QR codes come with some downsides. Here’s what you need to know if you use the barcodes in your business: 1. Customers may have privacy concerns. QR ...

The FBI issued a public service announcement on July 31, 2025, warning consumers not to scan QR codes found inside unsolicited packages delivered to their homes. The alert describes a fraud scheme in ...

WXIN/WTTV – The Better Business Bureau wants you to be aware of a scam that involves packages you didn’t order arriving at your door. That “surprise” delivery may be not be a gift at all. In a ...

QR codes are popping up at restaurants around the world as business owners consider new ways to keep diners and employees safe. Acceptance of QR codes has waxed and waned over the years but some tech ...