Fake traffic violation text scam uses QR codes to steal payment info

Scammers are sending fake court text messages with QR codes to U.S. drivers, demanding payment for traffic violations that ...
ConsumerAffairs

QR code scams are on the rise—Here’s how to spot them and protect yourself

The USPS is warning about a rise in QR code scams, including “mystery” packages designed to trick people into scanning ...

QR code traffic scams sound clever – but they’re deeply concerning

QR code Unsplash . Cybercriminals are evolving their tactics once again, with a new wave of phishing scams now using QR codes in fake traffic violation text messages. Security res ...
Denver7

Fake court summons text scam draws hundreds to Denver district court

The fraudulent message claims recipients have violated multiple traffic laws and urges them to scan a QR code or appear in ...
WRAL

Ignore this text: Scam includes QR code to get you to pay with threat of court

A scam text message making the rounds in Wake County is attempting to deceive drivers with phony details about fake traffic violations and an upcoming fake court date. The North Carolina court system ...
Montgomery Advertiser

Social Security: Protect yourself from QR code fraud | KYLLE' D. MCKINNEY

Quick Response codes, better known as QR codes, are a very popular way to get information. QR codes are scannable barcodes that will direct you to a website. However, scammers can create QR codes to ...
WMUR

New Hampshire Attorney General warns of court text scam involving QR codes

WE DO NEED MORE RAIN. THAT’S IN THE FORECAST AHEAD. ALL RIGHT JACKIE, THANKS. THERE’S A NEW SCAM OUT THERE. IT’S A SCAM YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CLAIMING TO BE FROM THE NEW HAMPSHIRE COURT SYSTEM. THE ...