QR codes are becoming popular targets for cybercriminals who want to steal personal health data. Scammers can clone QR codes and redirect users to fake websites where they can intercept sensitive information. Healthcare organizations can protect themselves by using secure QR code generators and educating employees and patients on how to identify and avoid scams. Patients should verify the authenticity of QR codes before sharing personal information and only scan codes from trusted sources. Healthcare IT News advises caution when sharing medical history or insurance information through QR codes.

North Korean Hackers Use ZIP Files to Deploy Malicious PowerShell Scripts
North Korean state-sponsored hackers, known as APT37 or ScarCruft, are leveraging malicious ZIP files in phishing emails to start multi-stage cyber attacks. The malicious files,