The majority of QR codes are spam, new survey claims By Ellen Jennings-Trace published 21 November 24 Cisco Talos research details how QR codes are increasingly being used by cybercriminals.
QR Code phishing is advancing to a new level, so be on your guard By Sead Fadilpašić published 30 September 24 New phishing campaigns employ two QR codes - a 'clean' one, and a malicious one.
Phishing attacks using QR code are rising — here's how to stay safe By Lewis Maddison published 16 February 24 Cisco has detailed how phishing attacks that make use of QR codes are gaining popularity - and how you can avoid them.
QR codes are being weaponized in new quishing attacks, and most people don’t realize – here's how to stay safe By Monica J. White published 2 August 25 QR codes have become part of our everyday life, which is what makes them the perfect target for scammers. Quishing is dangerous – here's how to avoid it.
Mass quishing attacks linked to organized crime gangs across the UK By Ellen Jennings-Trace published 11 April 25 QR code attacks are being deployed by career criminals.
Quishing is the new QR code scam you need to watch out for – here's how to stay safe By Chris Rowlands published 10 November 24 QR code phishing is getting increasingly sophisticated
QR codes are being hijacked to bypass MFA protections By Benedict Collins published 18 October 24 Quishing sees QR codes leveraged to trick employees.
1Password now lets you share the Wi-Fi password using a QR Code By Benedict Collins published 12 July 24 1Password users can share Wi-Fi passwords quickly and easily, and its all thanks to QR codes
PDF documents are being hijacked with malicious QR codes By Sead Fadilpašić published 23 October 24 Threat actors want victims accessing malicious sites with a mobile phone, since they are not always as protected.
Google is ditching SMS - and will now use QR codes for Gmail account authentication By Benedict Collins published 25 February 25 Google is ditching SMS authentication messages in favor of new QR codes.
Windows 11 could get a shiny new feature to share files and links with QR codes, because apparently copy and paste is so last year By Kristina Terech published 9 May 24 Windows 11 gets QR code sharing in testing, aiming for seamless link and file sharing across devices.
A new, much more convenient way to join Wi-Fi networks may be coming to Windows 11 and I can’t wait By Muskaan Saxena published 9 February 24 Windows 11 users could get a better way to join Wi-Fi networks by scanning QR codes.
North Korean hackers using malicious QR codes in spear phishing, FBI warns By Sead Fadilpašić published 9 January 26 Kimsuky's latest attacks can bypass email protections and MFA to steal M365 and VPN accounts.
Hackers are spreading QR code malware through...the post? By Craig Hale published 18 November 24 Infostealing malware app spread via posted QR codes, and it has access to more than 380 Android apps.
1Password introduces recovery codes and QR-code sign in By Benedict Collins published 21 June 24 Recover 1Password accounts with unique codes, or sign in easily with a QR code.
Google Messages is getting a new weapon to keep you safe from impersonation scams – here’s how it works By Rowan Davies published 26 August 25 A new feature has been spotted in Google Messages beta that allows you to verify your contacts' devices with a QR code.
QR codes can be used to crack this vital browser security tool By Sead Fadilpašić published 9 December 24 Browser isolation can easily be bypassed with QR codes, but the method has its drawbacks.
Windows 11’s bizarre QR code ad for Copilot met an angry reaction – so Microsoft has halted the experiment By Darren Allan published 8 March 24 Microsoft drops the idea of using QR code ads ‘plastered’ across the lock screen – at least for now...
Hackers are targeting Signal with new QR code-linked cyberattack By Sead Fadilpašić published 20 February 25 Russian hackers are targeting military personnel with advanced phishing attacks as they look to access their Signal accounts.
Setting up your Philips Hue lights is now quicker and easier than ever thanks to the latest app update By Cat Ellis published 21 March 25 You can use QR codes to add multiple lights and other devices to a room at once.
One of Microsoft's most niche software tools hit by major phishing scam By Sead Fadilpašić published 28 August 24 Microsoft Sway is being abused to hold QR codes leading to malicious sites where crooks grab Microsoft 365 credentials.
Tired of EV charging hassle? This start-up wants to solve it with its 'Face ID for vehicles' By Leon Poultney published 20 September 24 Juice and New York charging provider Revel have teamed up to trial their AI-driven smart camera payment system that automatically bills the user.
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Hackers can bypass FIDO MFA keys, putting your accounts at risk - here's what we know By Sead Fadilpašić published 21 July 25 Fallback mechanism found in FIDO keys is being abused in adversary-in-the-middle attacks.
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An upcoming PS5 update will let you join parties with a simple QR code By Demi Williams published 2 May 24 A brand-new update is in the works for PlayStation 5 that will allow users to join parties using a QR code.
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Thousands of YouTube videos disguised as cheat codes removed for spreading malware By Ellen Jennings-Trace published 24 October 25 The malware distribution network was disrupted - but viewers should still be cautious.
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