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Beware of Fake QR Codes

FBI issues warning, offers tips for scanning the popular black-and-white squares safely 

by Katherine Skiba, AARP, Updated January 19, 2022

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En español | The FBI is warning that cybercriminals have tampered with QR codes to steal consumers’ login, financial information and money.

Crooks are altering both digital and physical QR codes and replacing them with malicious code, the Jan. 19 warning said.

The modifications can allow access to your mobile device that reveals your location and gives access to your personal and financial data.

Use caution if you are trying to make a payment using a code, since bad actors will try to redirect your funds, the FBI said.

The FBI also advised:

• Do not download an app from a QR code; instead use your phone’s app store.
  
  
• Do not download a QR code scanner app. Most phones have a built-in scanner in their cameras.
  
  
• If you recently bought something and you receive an email saying the payment failed and are asked to complete the payment through a QR code, call the company to verify this. Locate the company’s phone number from a trusted site, not the phone number given in the email.
  
  
• If you believe your funds have been stolen from an altered QR code, contact your local FBI field office.

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