<ul><li>QR codes are becoming a major gateway for cybercrime, with scams like "quishing" targeting unsuspecting victims.</li><li>Fraudsters replace legitimate codes with fake ones, redirecting users to malicious sites that steal sensitive data. Experts warn that these scams are harder to spot, as QR codes cannot be visually verified.</li><li>To avoid falling victim, consumers should check for signs of tampering, such as damaged or covered codes, and verify the URL before scanning. Businesses are encouraged to adopt secure, encrypted QR codes to reduce fraud risk. With QR codes now involved in over 20% of online scams, vigilance is key.</li></ul>

QR Codes Now Take 20% of All Online Scams

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