Traffic violation scams switch to QR codes in new phishing texts
Summary
Scammers are using fake traffic violation text messages that impersonate state courts to trick recipients into scanning QR codes. These QR codes lead to phishing sites that demand a small payment and steal personal and financial information.
IFF Assessment
FOE
This is bad news for defenders because it represents a new, potentially more effective phishing tactic that leverages QR codes to bypass traditional text-based filtering.
Defender Context
Defenders should educate users about this new phishing vector, emphasizing the dangers of scanning QR codes from unsolicited messages. This trend highlights the evolving nature of social engineering attacks, which are increasingly integrating mobile-friendly technologies like QR codes to achieve their objectives.