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QR code scams: How to avoid falling victim to 'Quishing'

Cybersecurity experts are warning about scammers using QR codes to take advantage of unsuspecting victims. Sign up for our ...
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Is that QR code safe? What to check for before scanning

NORFOLK, Va. - Quick Response (QR) codes are everywhere these days because they're an easy, contactless way to read a menu or download an app. While square barcodes can be convenient, they can also be ...
Threat Post

Anti-Vaxxer Hijacks QR Codes at COVID-19 Check-In Sites

The perp faces jail time, but the incident highlights the growing cyber-abuse of QR codes. Quick-response (QR) codes used by a COVID-19 contact-tracing program were hijacked by a man who simply ...
Townsville Bulletin

SA QR code check-in database under review, as large expansion plans dropped

The database that stores millions of COVID QR code check-ins is being reviewed, as it’s revealed authorities discussed a huge expansion of the system. Premier Steven Marshall requested in December ...
DualShockers

My Nintendo Accounts Get New QR Code Check-In Feature

Nintendo has added a QR code check-in function to My Nintendo. Everyone with a My Nintendo account has access to a custom QR code, and can use this code to "exclusive My Nintendo member benefits" at ...
AOL

Fact check: QR codes on Georgia ballots record votes as cast

Editor's Note: In a previously published version of this article, a word was missing in Deputy Secretary of State Jordan Fuchs’ comment about bringing a photo of a ballot to a taco stand. It has been ...