Cyber News

QR Code Phishing (Quishing) on the Rise

Mar 5, 2024

QR codes are ubiquitous nowadays, directing users to URLs with a simple tap. However, just like every coin has two sides, these Quick Response codes are also being exploited for nefarious purposes. In fact, a U.S.-based energy firm encountered nearly 29% of more than 1,000 malicious emails containing QR codes in May 2023. Adversaries are increasingly using QR codes in their phishing strategies to: Acquire credentials and personal details, trick victims into paying off hackers, install malware, gain remote access to devices.... Read More