HMRC QR code scam alert
HMRC is warning that a new VAT email scam is circulating which encourages recipients to scan a QR code and enter personal details.
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is warning that a new VAT email scam is circulating
The scam encourages recipients to scan a QR code and enter personal details.
If you receive such email, the HMRC advises not to engage and to report it to the HMRC phishing team by forwarding the email to phishing@hmrc.gov.uk.
While the HMRC uses QR codes in their official correspondence, they only do so to direct users to guidance. They will never ask you to submit personal information via a QR code.
The National Cyber Security Centre have guidance on the immediate steps you can take to .
They also offer further specific advice on QR-enabled fraud in their recent blog: .
First published 3 May 2024
Actions
Also on this site
Content category