Local banks want to warn consumers about QR code scams.
Rochley Gross, Fraud Analyst with Forward Bank said people may think a QR code is valid since it’s at a ban but there are scammers who will place their own stickers over them. She said scammers are going to continue to find ways to get past preventative measures that protect peoples’ accounts but there are tons of training programs for staff members at banks. While the banks do their part, consumers can help by not clicking on things you don’t recognize. Other ways include never giving your information to people you don’t trust and reaching out to your banker if you think you’re being scammed.
