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QR Code Phishing Attacks Surge, FBI Issues Warning

First seen 29 Jan 2026, 22:04 UTC • Mediaindia.Eu

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Phishing attacks utilizing QR codes have increased, according to a study by Planet VPN. The FBI issued a warning in early January 2026 regarding North Korean cybercriminals using fake QR codes to steal sensitive information.

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