Technology
Cybersecurity experts have warned travelers against sharing photos of their boarding passes on social media. Experts urge people to be cautious of such practices, as hackers and scammers can exploit the barcodes and personal details on boarding passes to steal people's personal information.
Cybersecurity experts have warned travelers not to photograph and share their boarding passes on social media. Experts noted that with the help of information such as barcodes and QR codes found on boarding passes, hackers and malicious actors can easily obtain passengers' personal information and travel details without their knowledge. Cyber experts stated that there is a high likelihood of dangerous acts being committed using such information, such as identity theft, altering travel bookings, or cancellations. Therefore, for the personal safety of travelers, they have urged against publicly posting any boarding pass information on social media platforms.