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Don't fall for this: The fake QR code scam that aims to take your money at parking meters
Scammers are targeting how you pay at parking meters with fake QR codes. The Better Business Bureau shares how you can protect yourself.
Drivers warned of QR code car park scam
People parking in council car parks in Leicester have been warned not to fall victim to a QR code scam. Leicester City Council said it has been cleaning up its pay-and-display machines after fraudsters attached stickers to a number of them.
Beware of new scam involving unsolicited packages, QR codes inside
The community is on high alert after the Akron Police Department posted a message on Facebook Tuesday regarding a recent ‘brushing’ scam.
Akron police warns residents of QR code scams involving unexpected packages
Akron police warns residents against a scam that has shown up in other cities recently, known as a brushing scam, involving QR codes.
Scam alert: Palm Beach Police warn of malicious QR codes on packages
The scam, known as 'brushing," invites the recipient of a package with no sender information to scan a QR code to reveal who sent it.
UK drivers issued urgent warning over parking QR code scam with links to Russia
A Leicester council spokesperson said that the QR codes had been discovered on pay-and-display machines over the last few days, and the public has been urged to avoid using the codes
Town of Palm Beach warns of new QR code scam involving unexpected packages
PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — The Town of Palm Beach is warning residents about a new scam involving QR codes. According to the Town of Palm Beach, the new scam is known as "brushing" and involves receiving an unexpected gift or package in the mail with a QR code attached. The town says the package will not have the sender's information.
Palm Beach police warn community of new QR code scam
The Palm Beach Police Department is alerting the community to a new scam involving QR codes, also known as "brushing." Scammers send unexpected packages or gifts to individuals with no clear sender information.
Warning issued to motorists over QR code parking scam linked to Russia
The QR codes target those who look to pay for parking using their mobile phones and Leicester City Council has been busy removing them. They link to a website address which was bought this month using a Russian domain name registration firm.
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Akron Police Warn of Risks in 'Brushing' Scam Involving Unsolicited Packages with QR Codes
Akron Police warn of a "brushing" scam using QR codes in unsolicited packages that can compromise personal data.
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New ‘Brushing Scam’ Alert: Beware of Unexpected Gifts with QR Code Traps
(KNSI) - A St. Cloud tobacco shop has been ordered to hand over its license and pay a civil fine after being caught selling illegal THC products. The St. Cloud Police Department was tipped off about ...
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What you need to know about QR code scams and how to stay safe
During the third quarter of 2023, the cybersecurity platform Trellix detected over 60,000 QR code scam attempts in emails alone. Offline, fraudsters replace legitimate QR codes with fake ones ...
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Tennessee AG issues QR code scam alert
While evolving QR code technology may be convenient ... You can report scams like these and sign up for free scam alerts by visiting the Federal Trade Commission’s website at www.ftc.gov ...