The article highlights the rise of 'quishing', a type of phishing attack initiated via QR codes, primarily affecting parking payments. Fraudsters replace authentic QR codes with their own, leading users to counterfeit sites where they inadvertently provide sensitive financial information. This method has seen a spike in reports, particularly in the UK, indicating a growing trend as victims often do not realize they've been scammed until receiving fines or debts. Experts stress the importance of vigilance and the challenges in accurately reporting such scams due to their subtle nature.
"When you scan one, it takes you to a site where you are asked for your payment details as you would expect when booking parking."
"Last year, the UK's Action Fraud received 1,386 reports of scams involving QR codes...in just the first three months of 2025 there were 502, suggesting the problem is growing."
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