Law enforcement warns of sophisticated QR code scams targeting victims through fake payment links, though no cases reported locally.

QR codes offer unparalleled convenience, allowing quick access to websites, payments, and apps. However, as their popularity ...

According to Kaspersky data, detections of malicious QR codes jumped from 46,969 in August 2025 to 249,723 in November 2025—a ...

A significant phishing campaign employing QR codes has recently come to light, with a major US-based energy company as one of the primary targets. The campaign, which began in May 2023, has witnessed ...

Kaspersky has reported a spike in phishing emails containing malicious QR codes. Detections for these jumped from 46 969 in August 2025 to 249 723 in November 2025 – a more than fivefold growth – as ...

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 ...

QR codes have quietly become the remote control for everyday life, from restaurant menus to parking meters to office sign-ins ...

As QR codes have become ubiquitous, their proliferation has given rise to new and emerging security risks. More than 80% of US-based QR code users said they think QR codes are safe, but only 37% of ...