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QR Code Security Audit Checklist

This comprehensive checklist covers security review for QR code generation, deployment, scanning infrastructure, and incident response.

Generation Security

• [ ] QR codes are generated on trusted, controlled systems
• [ ] Input data is validated and sanitised before encoding
• [ ] HTTPS URLs only — no HTTP links
• [ ] URLs use domains you own and control (not third-party shorteners for critical codes)
• [ ] Dynamic QR codes use authenticated management interfaces
• [ ] API keys for QR generation platforms are rotated regularly
• [ ] Generated QR codes are verified by scanning before deployment

Deployment Security

• [ ] Physical QR codes use tamper-evident materials where appropriate
• [ ] Installation locations are documented and photographed
• [ ] Regular physical audits scheduled (weekly for high-traffic locations)
• [ ] Quiet zone is maintained to prevent scanning adjacent content
• [ ] QR code purpose and destination are clearly labeled (CTA)
• [ ] Fallback URL is displayed in readable text

URL and Redirect Security

• [ ] Destination URLs use HTTPS with valid certificates
• [ ] Domain registrations have auto-renewal enabled
• [ ] Dynamic QR redirect platform has uptime SLA
• [ ] URL redirect chains are minimised (each hop adds failure and attack surface)
• [ ] Link rot monitoring is active
• [ ] Domain names are monitored for lookalike registrations

Data Protection

• [ ] GDPR and local privacy regulations are addressed
• [ ] Privacy policy covers QR code scan data collection
• [ ] Scan data retention policy is defined and enforced
• [ ] Personal data in QR codes (contacts, health data) is minimised
• [ ] Encrypted or signed QR codes used for sensitive data

Incident Response

• [ ] Incident response plan covers QR code compromise
• [ ] Dynamic QR codes can be deactivated immediately
• [ ] Physical QR code replacement procedure is documented
• [ ] User notification process is defined
• [ ] Post-incident review updates security controls

Key Takeaways

• Security audit should cover generation, deployment, URLs, data, and incidents
• Physical audits are as important as technical controls
• Domain auto-renewal and monitoring prevent hijacking
• Data protection compliance (GDPR) applies to QR code scan data
• Incident response must cover both digital and physical compromise