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Would you scan a QR code if it promised a prize? Here's what to check before you scan

Microsoft says QR-code phishing rose from 7.6 million incidents in January to 18.7 million in March as scammers mimic login and payment pages.

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Scammers are increasingly using QR codes to steal personal information and install malware, according to cybersecurity expert Joseph Steinberg.

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Would you scan a QR code if it promised a prize? Here's what to check before you scan

Scammers are increasingly using QR codes to steal personal information and install malware, according to cybersecurity expert Joseph Steinberg.

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KCRA 3 broke the news in Sacramento, United States on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
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