QR codes, designed for convenience and quick access, have become a new tool for fraudsters to execute scams. Cybercriminals manipulate QR codes by embedding malicious links that redirect users to phishing websites, install malware, or steal personal and financial information. These fraudulent QR codes can be found on fake invoices, emails, parking meters, and even stickers placed over legitimate codes. Scammers exploit trust and urgency, tricking victims into unknowingly authorising payments or revealing sensitive data. To protect yourself, always verify the source of a QR code, check for red flags like unexpected login requests, and use trusted security measures before scanning.