Security News

Most people ignore QR code security concerns
2020-09-17 03:30

Sixty-four percent of respondents stated that a QR code makes life easier in a touchless world - despite a majority of people lacking security on their mobile devices, with 51% of respondents stating they do not have or do not know if they have security software installed on their mobile devices. QR codes skyrocketed in popularity and use during the pandemic 84% of people have scanned a QR code before, with 32% most recently having scanned a QR code in the past week and 26% most recently having scanned a QR code in the past month.

QR Codes Serve Up a Menu of Security Concerns
2020-09-15 19:09

QR codes - the "QR" is short for "Quick response" - allows a user to scan a special code with their phone's camera, to automatically perform an action. Sixty-four percent of respondents said that QR codes make life easier in a no-touch world.

QR code generator scam steals thousands in Bitcoin
2020-04-01 13:04

According to cryptocurrency enthusiast and Director of Security at MyCrypto, Harry Denley, a wily scammer has been operating a network of fake bitcoin QR code generators to dupe people out of their bitcoins. Bitcoin uses addresses as conduits to send and receive bitcoin payments.

QR codes need security revamp, says creator
2019-09-04 10:57

QR codes have been around since 1994, but their creator is worried. They need a security update, he says.

Researchers convert QR codes into complex 3D features to foil IP pirates
2018-08-21 13:06

The worldwide market for 3D-printed parts is a $5 billion business with a global supply chain involving the internet, email, and the cloud – creating a number of opportunities for counterfeiting...

Why WP3 matters, and how new Easy Connect feature will onboard IoT devices with a QR code
2018-06-26 12:33

Manufacturers can begin applying for WPA3 certification for Wi-Fi enabled devices, to safeguard against attacks.

Apple device users, stay away from QR codes until you upgrade
2018-04-25 15:24

It’s time to update your Mac and iOS-powered devices again: Apple has plugged four vulnerabilities, two of which could be exploited to execute arbitrary code if a user visits a malicious website....

How a QR code can fool iOS 11's Camera app into opening evil.com rather than nice.co.uk
2018-04-01 00:00

Miscreants can spoof URL with potentially nasty results A security researcher based in Germany has identified a flaw in the way Apple's iOS 11 handles QR codes in its Camera app.…

QR Code Bug in Apple iOS 11 Could Lead You to Malicious Sites
2018-03-28 05:03

A new vulnerability has been disclosed in iOS Camera App that could be exploited to redirect users to a malicious website without their knowledge. The vulnerability affects Apple's latest iOS 11...

Week in review: Spoofing boarding pass QR codes, blocking USB-based threats (Help Net Security)
2016-08-15 12:00

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, reviews and articles: Malware hidden in digitally signed executables can bypass AV protection Researchers have shown that it’s...