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August 17, 2022

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Watch out! These QR code scams are tough to spot

Watch out! These QR code scams are tough to spot

QR codes are popular these days at restaurants and other businesses to avoid things like paper menus. It's a simple process of pointing your phone's camera and clicking the link that appears. But beware. Scammers are planting malicious QR codes across the country that could lead to serious problems. We'll explain what's happening and ways to avoid the scams.

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