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Things are not always what they seem.
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Cyber criminals are lurking under the surface.
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Now there's a new twist.
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It's called Quishing.
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This scam cleverly uses QR codes to trick  users into visiting malicious websites.
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These fake QR codes look real,
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but when you scan them,
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you end up on a fake site where a  scammer can steal your information
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or install malware on your device.
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Be extra cautious when scanning  QR codes from untrusted emails
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and from signs, posters, flyers,  or other physical locations.
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If you receive an unexpected  email or text with a QR code,
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don't scan it.
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Especially if it urges you to act immediately.
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Think before you scan.
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For more information on scams,
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visit uspis.gov.