Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto.
I see so it works like a normal phishing site too. The only difference is that this one is done via QR code scanning. Well if were directed to a fake site just dont use it or explore around it. But is there a report that if you scan alone a QR and youll get scammed or robbed based on scanning or nah? Thats too much if its in only scanning were gonna be hack or scam. 
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To be honest, i have noticed an increase of QR codes related to crypto popping up quite frequently in the last few months.
Before that it was usually someone shilling Pi, but now its all sort of stuff.
I assumed it was just referral hunting, but it might as well be a scam website
Before that it was usually someone shilling Pi, but now its all sort of stuff.
I assumed it was just referral hunting, but it might as well be a scam website
This is another sophisticated techniques scammers use to steal from their victims. Many people would easily fall into this because there is no way to verify through the QR code if what they are scanning is legit or fake as it directs them to the website or whatever they are in search of without any warning or sign for them to stop. I really do not scan QR codes from random sites except on recommendations from a reputable member or person who can vouch for such services to be real, legit and genuine before I scan any QR code. To be honest I barely use it for payment or purchase of anything except from the Crypto exchange directly which I am very much sure of or I got a direction from the staff of such organisation using the QR code for their services then I can conveniently use it otherwise I do not make the mistake of using it for some random website.
Quishing or QR code phishing. While everyone is aware of phishing, most people here and even outside the forum should be aware of it. Be careful what you scan with QR codes, which are so convenient that they direct us straight to the website or the content that it might want us to download that we're not aware of what's in it.
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Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto. So, please bear in mind to be careful to what you usually scan in the internet or even in stores and products. Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
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Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto. So, please bear in mind to be careful to what you usually scan in the internet or even in stores and products. Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
I have read about quishing sometime ago. I don't think quishing is very common because, the number of people that uses QR code often isn't that massive, compare to those that just prefer to use a direct URL via their browsers, though I can admit that this technic is very helpful to scammers because it isn't that difficult to create and put online or printed on a paper shit.
I have seen several QR codes that are printed on paper, in most cases, with captions that are very attractive or convincing. Personally, I scan QR codes, but from popular products only. And I think one problem with QR is that it doesn't give a preview of the website it wants to take you to, which is why I prefer to scan popular products Instead, rather than just checking out everything with a QR code that comes my way
scanning QR codes unless the one sent to me from someone or I find from which I trust I don't even take the risk of scanning anything, and with how sensible these new gadgets are now, just by using your camera close to a QR code, it will be detected, and you will be asked if you want to check the content, which I always reject. It's really easy to avoid such scams; that's for those vigilant enough.
In terms of QR code scams, where I'm very fearful, are those who use random websites to convert valuable and sensitive information into QR codes, which the website can store those information for later use.
You are very careful with QR codes and that is smart. It is good that you know about possible dangers and take steps to keep yourself safe. Feature that lets cameras find QR codes automatically can be helpful but it also means you might accidentally open bad links. It is great that you are careful and do not open QR codes you do not know. It is also important to think about websites that store secret information in QR codes. When making QR codes especially for secret information it is important to use trustworthy websites and services. Being careful is best way to avoid QR code scams. In terms of QR code scams, where I'm very fearful, are those who use random websites to convert valuable and sensitive information into QR codes, which the website can store those information for later use.
Just use an application which can show you the URL that is being scanned instead of simply navigating to it in the browser, and you will be able to mitigate almost all quishing attempts.
Everywhere that I have scanned QR code, the information needed will be displayed if it is what that is important like for making payments. Ann example is the bitcoin address. If you scan it on any wallet, exchange or anywhere, you will then see the bitcoin address yourself. But the problem is that not all the QR code will also display the address someone here visible like blow the QR code which is the common location the address is displayed. I have heard of other scam before but I have not heard of QR code scam before. It may be possible but I do not think we crypto users can be affected with QR code scam because how will the QR code be replaced easily?
Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto. So, please bear in mind to be careful to what you usually scan in the internet or even in stores and products. Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
Just use an application which can show you the URL that is being scanned instead of simply navigating to it in the browser, and you will be able to mitigate almost all quishing attempts.
Also don't scan random QR codes just for fun, only scan stuff that you're actually expecting to scan. Just like you wouldn't click on any old link, you should scan any old QR code either.
The scammers can do many things if they want to deceive their targets as they can pick the target randomly from what they get. This QR codes maybe is new for many people so they will not thinks much about that especially if they want to make a transaction using QR codes. That is why we must always be careful and not easily scan the QR codes for the suspicious transaction and investigate first before we decide.
We must reminds about this news to many people around us so they can still be careful when they want to transact with other parties. It is better not to scan the QR if we are not sure and use the transfer methods to avoids the mistake.
We must reminds about this news to many people around us so they can still be careful when they want to transact with other parties. It is better not to scan the QR if we are not sure and use the transfer methods to avoids the mistake.
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Qr code swaps is more dangerous when executed, cause most people do not bother to inspect the url it leads them to, to check for any difference between that and the original, generally letting down their guard somewhat.
Qr code swaps is more dangerous when executed, cause most people do not bother to inspect the url it leads them to, to check for any difference between that and the original, generally letting down their guard somewhat.
So many people are ignorant of the following that pops up after the code is scanned and that's why it very dangerous. I could remember not long ago in school where a scholar was actually advertising a concert and some skill acquisition platform where he verbally told everyone about the skills and service that student would expect to see in what he was trying to pass information on and believe there was some interesting skills but the moment he mentioned the website to register was through a QR code scan of which he pasted a paper composing of just the QR code, so many students started being skeptical that their is no way they would scan a paper to actually visit a site and many were like what if the code leads to a site where there information can be access but the truth is so many wouldn't care and just Incase their fear was real then so many victim would be affected.
I never scan physical qr codes as they are very easy to replace wherever they are placed and I don't go to restaurants where menus are only accessible through scanning a code
I still scan qr codes from certain websites. For those to be changed the website needs to be compromised which effectively puts everything on it at risk.
Qr code swaps is more dangerous when executed, cause most people do not bother to inspect the url it leads them to, to check for any difference between that and the original, generally letting down their guard somewhat.
I still scan qr codes from certain websites. For those to be changed the website needs to be compromised which effectively puts everything on it at risk.
Qr code swaps is more dangerous when executed, cause most people do not bother to inspect the url it leads them to, to check for any difference between that and the original, generally letting down their guard somewhat.
I didn't know about Quishing but scam through QR codes is one of scam types.
QR Code Generator Scams
It can be a fake QR code generator or other things for scam with scammer addresses or links to visit phishing sites or download fake applications.
QR Code Generator Scams
It can be a fake QR code generator or other things for scam with scammer addresses or links to visit phishing sites or download fake applications.
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It’s safe to assume that some people prefer using QR Codes rather than wallet addresses simply because it’s quicker to do a QR Code scan using a mobile phone.
Due to this, some people resort to using “QR Code Generators” or “converters” to convert a wallet address to a usable QR Code.
How the scam works
How to protect yourself
Due to this, some people resort to using “QR Code Generators” or “converters” to convert a wallet address to a usable QR Code.
How the scam works
- The victim opens the fraudulent bitcoin address-to-QR code converter.
- The victim enters his/her wallet address.
- Instead of giving the victim the QR code of the wallet address he/she entered, the scammer instead displays a QR code of a different wallet address that the scammer owns
- The victim then unintentionally sends funds to the scammer thinking that he/she’s sending the funds to his/her own wallet.
How to protect yourself
- Always double-check if the service you’re using is actually giving you the correct and legitimate QR code.
scanning QR codes unless the one sent to me from someone or I find from which I trust I don't even take the risk of scanning anything, and with how sensible these new gadgets are now, just by using your camera close to a QR code, it will be detected, and you will be asked if you want to check the content, which I always reject. It's really easy to avoid such scams; that's for those vigilant enough.
In terms of QR code scams, where I'm very fearful, are those who use random websites to convert valuable and sensitive information into QR codes, which the website can store those information for later use.
In terms of QR code scams, where I'm very fearful, are those who use random websites to convert valuable and sensitive information into QR codes, which the website can store those information for later use.
Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
If I asked of bitcoin address from people, they send the address not in QR code.The only time I make use of QR code while doing something about bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies is when I am sending coins to myself using two devices. Although, the QR code can be saved and be used in the same device.
Another area I use QR code is not related to cryptocurrencies at all. It is when I want to check the authenticity of a problem that will require people to scam QR code to know if the product is original or fake.
QR code is safe to use for me.
Quishing or QR code phishing. While everyone is aware of phishing, most people here and even outside the forum should be aware of it. Be careful what you scan with QR codes, which are so convenient that they direct us straight to the website or the content that it might want us to download that we're not aware of what's in it.
So, here's a brief meaning of Quishing.
Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto. So, please bear in mind to be careful to what you usually scan in the internet or even in stores and products. Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
So, here's a brief meaning of Quishing.
What is quishing?
QR phishing, also known as ‘quishing,’ is a cybercrime that exploits the popularity of QR codes. In this scam, cybercriminals create malicious QR codes that, when scanned, lead to fraudulent websites or prompt downloads of harmful software. As people increasingly use QR codes for various purposes, such as accessing menus or making payments, they may unknowingly scan these deceptive codes, putting their personal information at risk.
This behavior was highlighted during the 2022 Super Bowl when Coinbase’s innovative QR code advertisement led to a significant increase in app downloads. However, it also raised concerns in the cybersecurity community, especially in light of recent Crypto QR scams where scammers used QR codes to manipulate victims into withdrawing money from their accounts.
The term “quishing” combines QR codes and phishing, indicating a method where malicious actors create fake QR codes to direct users to spoofed sites, steal information, or install malware on their devices. The goal is to deceive individuals into believing they are interacting with a harmless or necessary QR code, while the true intent is to access and steal personal and financial information.
QR phishing, also known as ‘quishing,’ is a cybercrime that exploits the popularity of QR codes. In this scam, cybercriminals create malicious QR codes that, when scanned, lead to fraudulent websites or prompt downloads of harmful software. As people increasingly use QR codes for various purposes, such as accessing menus or making payments, they may unknowingly scan these deceptive codes, putting their personal information at risk.
This behavior was highlighted during the 2022 Super Bowl when Coinbase’s innovative QR code advertisement led to a significant increase in app downloads. However, it also raised concerns in the cybersecurity community, especially in light of recent Crypto QR scams where scammers used QR codes to manipulate victims into withdrawing money from their accounts.
The term “quishing” combines QR codes and phishing, indicating a method where malicious actors create fake QR codes to direct users to spoofed sites, steal information, or install malware on their devices. The goal is to deceive individuals into believing they are interacting with a harmless or necessary QR code, while the true intent is to access and steal personal and financial information.
Basically, it's about the fake content of the QR codes that might be used by the scammers/hackers that can land us into fake websites, fake exchanges, or make us download malware and other dangerous stuff that can steal our crypto. So, please bear in mind to be careful to what you usually scan in the internet or even in stores and products. Are there folks here who are a fan of scanning random QR codes? or even not random QRs. That's why I prefer not to scan most of it if it's related to finances and crypto matters.
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