QR codes, once simple conveniences, are now a growing threat exploited by cybercriminals. These 'quishing' scams involve fake codes on everything from utility bills to packages, aiming to steal your ...

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.

Last month, the FBI reiterated the dangers of “juice jacking,” an alleged practice wherein bad actors steal data or install malware on your smartphone through public chargers. The problem is, there ...

QR code scams have increased in recent months. Scammers are now targeting people who use QR codes in restaurants to view menus and make payments. Many restaurants are now using QR menus. A QR code is ...

A sign outside an ANZ branch directed customers to scan the QR code for “opening hours and branch information”. Adding to the confusion, the webpage generated by the code only points users to a ...

Millions of mobile phone users unknowingly expose their bank details to cybercriminals every time they scan a QR code, as what began as pandemic-era convenience has evolved into sophisticated ...