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' ...
Washington Times

WATCH: How fraudsters use fake QR codes to empty your bank account

Fraud investigators say at least 10% of QR codes attached to online orders, restaurant tabletops and public posters are scams, as Chinese state-sponsored hackers increasingly target financial ...
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 ...
Android Police

QR code hacking: How to protect yourself from rogue QR codes

Parth is a technology analyst and writer specializing in the comprehensive review and feature exploration of the Android ecosystem. His work is distinguished by its meticulous focus on flagship ...