QR codes are a type of barcode, or scannable pattern, that contain various forms of data, like website links, account ...

You’ve heard of phishing, which is when scammers send emails or text messages in an attempt to steal personal information. Quishing is just that, but all it takes is a scan of a QR code.

You can scan a QR code using the camera on your smartphone, tablet, or computer — however, you may need to download an app.

QR codes have become an essential part of modern life, from scanning restaurant menus and making digital payments to sharing contact details and promoting businesses. These black-and-white squares are ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Though QR codes, or quick response codes, are quick, convenient, and virtually everywhere – scammers are using the black and white squares with a different goal in mind. While ...

The Federal Trade Commission is warning Americans about a new scam that starts right at your front door. According to a recent alert from the FTC, the scam begins with fraudsters sending a mysterious ...

QR codes that were once seen as a convenient shortcut for checking menus or paying bills have increasingly been turned into weapons. Fake delivery texts, counterfeit payment links and malicious codes ...