QR codes being used to exploit people as reports of scam grow
Summary
Scammers are increasingly using QR codes to trick people into giving away their money and personal information. Reports of these QR code-related scams, called "quishing," have risen sharply in recent years, with criminals using fake QR codes in places like car parks to steal bank details or install harmful apps.Key Facts
- QR code scams have increased by 700% in the last four years.
- These scams involve fake QR codes that link to fraudulent apps or websites.
- Victims have lost money through unauthorized payments and subscriptions.
- Les Howard encountered such a scam in a North Wales car park and reported losing money from his bank account.
- Some local councils have had to remove fake QR code stickers from their car parks.
- National Crime and Cyber Security experts warn that as QR codes become more common, scammers will find new ways to exploit them.
- The National Cyber Security Centre advises using the phone’s built-in camera to scan QR codes instead of third-party apps.
- Many victims may not report these scams, so the true number of cases is likely higher than official figures show.
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