Unmasking the QR Code Threat: FTC Sounds Alarm on Rising Malware and Payment Scams | by J. A. Jackson Author | Dec, 2023

QR codes’ rising popularity is being exploited by fraudsters, warns the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Scammers are using QR codes to lead users to fraudulent sites, install malware, steal passwords and harvest sensitive data, all while evading conventional anti-phishing security measures. The FTC urges users to verify QR code destinations, scrutinize emails and exercise caution while installing scanning apps.