New warnings as COVID-19 scammers target QR codes

Customer scanning QR code to check in to a venue.

Customer scanning QR code to check in to a venue. Source: Getty

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With more venues required to implement the QR code check-in system, there are warnings for Australians to be cautious with their personal data.

For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus

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