Email attacks relying on QR codes surged in the last quarter, with attackers specifically targeting corporate executives and managers, reinforcing recommendations that companies place additional ...

The scam begins with an email seemingly originating from, for example, UB's HR department, asserting that HR/Payroll has shared a file with you and includes a QR code for accessing the supposed ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Though QR codes, or quick response codes, are quick, convenient, and virtually everywhere – scammers are using the black and white squares with a different goal in mind. While ...

QR codes, which allow for touchless transactions, may have emerged as a permanent replacement for physical menus, according to restaurant industry experts. Bitly, a link management service, said that ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -Many consumers who are low on funds from holiday spending, are looking for deals anywhere they can find them come January. But scammers have weaseled their way in to the newest ...

(TNS) — During the COVID-19 pandemic, people have become accustomed to using their smartphone cameras to scan small black-and-white square bar codes, allowing them instantly to do everything from ...

Scanning QR codes on your Galaxy S24 allows you to quickly access information embedded in the code, such as website URLs or contact details. This can be done using Google Lens or your phone’s built-in ...

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 ...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - QR Codes are an easy way to scam consumers. They are all over cities and some local banks are warning. “You might not think that a QR code is not safe and since it’s at the ...

As consumers head out to restaurants, spending in record numbers, QR codes, which allow for easy menu updates and touchless transactions, may have emerged as a permanent replacement for physical menus ...