It might seem exciting to get an unexpected package – but the real mystery begins if you scan the QR code inside.
Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau’s “Tip-Off to the Rip-Off” on WBBM Newsradio has some tips for avoiding scams from these scans.
A new twist on the old “brushing” scam is making the rounds.
Originally, scammers sent cheap items to people and used their names for fake reviews. Now, they’re including QR codes that, when scanned, can steal your personal info or install malware on your phone.
The FBI and USPS warn that this can lead to stolen credit card numbers, drained bank accounts, and compromised financial data.
If you get a package with no return address and a QR code—don’t scan it. Stay safe. Protect your personal information and your money.
For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.