Be wary when scanning QR codes with iOS 11’s camera app

A security researcher has publicised a flaw in the latest version of iOS that could fool iPhone users into visiting a malicious website rather than a safe one. With iOS 11 Apple introduced a new feature to its built-in camera app, giving users the ability to scan QR codes and access their content (such as URLs). Previously, it was necessary to install a third-party app to do this. In other words, just pointing the camera app on your iOS device at the QR code below will invite you to visit www.welivesecurity.com.