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Scammers are using fake QR codes in public places to steal personal data during the 2025 holidays, experts warn.
Cybersecurity experts warn of a surge in "quishing" scams during the 2025 holiday season, as scammers deploy fake QR codes in public spaces like parking meters and stores to steal personal and financial data.
These malicious codes, often layered over legitimate ones, redirect users to phishing sites mimicking real services such as parking payments or delivery tracking.
Unexpected packages with QR codes—sometimes using stolen addresses—also pose a threat, tricking recipients into scanning them.
Experts urge consumers to inspect codes for tampering, avoid scanning unfamiliar QR codes, verify links manually, use official apps, enable multi-factor authentication, and act quickly if compromised.
Los estafadores están utilizando códigos QR falsos en lugares públicos para robar datos personales durante las vacaciones de 2025, advierten los expertos.