QR Scams (Quishing)

Scanning fake QR codes that lead to your personal information being exposed or downloading harmful software on your device.

How Does It Happen?

Here is how a Quishing Scam unfolds.

Example of a news headline about quishing scams:

1 Scammers place these deceptive QR codes in public places, online advertisements or send through messages.

2 When scanned, it redirects users to phishing websites or download malware onto their devices.

3 Once infected, the device becomes vulnerable to cyberattacks, including identity theft, financial fraud, or device damage.

How to Defend

Here is what you can do to protect yourself.
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Use a reliable QR code scanner that displays the website URL before you click.

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Always double-check the source of the QR code. Be cautious of codes from unknown or suspicious sources.

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Avoid scanning QR codes found randomly in public spaces and online unless their purpose is clear.

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