QR Code Scams Rise in Portugal

A new alert from the Portuguese National Rapid Response Centre (GNR) warns of a surge in scams utilizing fake QR codes. Criminals are tricking users into scanning malicious links, leading to data theft and financial loss via mobile phone cameras. This poses a significant risk to the public and highlights the need for increased vigilance regarding QR code security.

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