Don't scan another unknown QR code without running it by this threat detector

McAfee’s upgraded Scam Detector now uses real-time QR and message scanning to stop modern scams before you click.

McAfee Simplifies Safety with the Industry’s Most Complete Scam Detector — Now with Instant QR Code Scam Checks and Smarter Social Messaging Scam Protection

McAfee, a global leader in personal protection, today announced upgrades to Scam Detector that make staying safe wherever you’re connected stronger, smarter, and simpler. Scams come through many ...
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Google Messages is getting a new weapon to keep you safe from impersonation scams – here’s how it works

Google has rolled out a Messages feature in beta that lets you use QR codes to verify the device of the person you're texting It's Google Messages' new security measure, which is designed to prevent ...
The New York Times

That QR Code You’re About to Scan Could Be Risky, F.T.C. Warns

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 ...
CPO Magazine

FBI Alert: North Korean Hackers Using Malicious QR Codes in Phishing Attacks

The FBI has warned about North Korean hackers Kimsuky leveraging QR codes in phishing attacks targeting U.S. and foreign government entities, academia, think tanks, and others.
Security Boulevard

Why QR Codes Are Education’s New Phishing Blind Spot

So, when an attacker sends a fake UCPath payroll notification with a QR code linking to a credential harvesting site, a SEG ...