QR Code Scam - Como se proteger

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QR Code Scam in one clear explanation

Malicious QR codes redirecting to phishing sites.

Criminal places fake QR code over legitimate one (parking meter, menu, payment)
Scanning leads to phishing site that looks like real payment portal
Primeiro passo: Preview URLs before opening

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Como este golpe funciona

Passo 1

Criminal places fake QR code over legitimate one (parking meter, menu, payment)

Passo 2

Scanning leads to phishing site that looks like real payment portal

Passo 3

Victim enters payment info which goes directly to scammer

Como se proteger

✓ Preview URLs before opening
✓ Look for signs of tampering
✓ Type URLs manually when possible
✓ Use QR scanner with URL preview

Perguntas frequentes

What is QR Code Scam?

Malicious QR codes redirecting to phishing sites.

How does QR Code Scam work?

Criminal places fake QR code over legitimate one (parking meter, menu, payment) Scanning leads to phishing site that looks like real payment portal Victim enters payment info which goes directly to scammer

How can I protect myself from QR Code Scam?

Preview URLs before opening Look for signs of tampering Type URLs manually when possible Use QR scanner with URL preview

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