What Is “Quishing”?

📰 Medium · Cybersecurity

Learn about quishing, a QR code phishing scam that exploits trust in QR codes to drain bank accounts, and how to protect yourself

beginner Published 15 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Be cautious when scanning QR codes from unknown sources
  2. Verify the authenticity of QR codes before scanning
  3. Use a QR code scanner with built-in security features
  4. Avoid scanning QR codes that ask for sensitive information
  5. Report suspicious QR codes to the authorities
Who Needs to Know This

Cybersecurity teams and individuals who use QR codes frequently can benefit from understanding quishing to protect themselves and their organizations from this type of phishing scam

Key Insight

💡 Quishing exploits the unconscious trust people have in QR codes, making it a highly effective phishing scam

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