Random Package and QR Code Scam

Cybercriminals are aware of how popular QR codes have gotten. After Covid, many restaurants and bars switched to menus being fully accessed by a QR code. In one of their latest scams, they have a random package with no sender or address delivered to your house and it only has a QR code on it.

What you Need to Know:

• The package has something completely random in it.
• Cybercriminals are hoping that you are confused and will wonder where it is from. They are hoping you scan the QR code that goes to a fake website they have created.
• This website will ask for personal information and download malware to your phone.

TIPS:

• Never scan random QR codes! Anyone can create a QR code now and not all of them are safe.
• Be cautious of a random package delivered to your house. Especially if it doesn’t have a sender.

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