Dubai Municipality warns of the dangers of unreliable “QR” response symbols

Dubai Municipality has warned of the hidden cyber threats that may be posed by fast response codes (QR) When it is wiped from unreliable sources, as it can lead to the theft of information and sensitive data such as passwords, bank card numbers or identity data.

The municipality identified 3 main advice through an awareness video published through its official platforms to protect individuals from these risks, which included “not entering any sensitive information (such as passwords, bank cards numbers, identity data) in the sites that are accessed by a symbol QR Except after making sure that it is 100 safe‎%‎And check the link before clicking on it, by examining it and making sure it begins with (https: //) to ensure the safety of communication, and to avoid wiping the symbols on the walls or in public places without verifying the reliable source.

Dubai Municipality stressed that this step comes within the framework of its continuous efforts to enhance digital awareness among members of society, and to reduce electronic fraud attempts that exploit technical development and modern means of communication to target users.