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Quishing

Phishing via QR codes – on posters, in letters, or on parking meters.

Quishing (QR phishing) is phishing via QR codes. Attackers stick fake QR codes over real ones (parking meter, restaurant menu) or mail them in letters. On scan, the victim lands on a phishing page.

Protection: use a QR scanner with URL preview; never start sensitive actions (payment, login) from a QR code – always inside the relevant app.

Why this matters in 2026

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How to protect yourself

A current operating system, an up-to-date antivirus suite, strong unique passwords (use a password manager) and two-factor authentication on all important accounts already cover the vast majority of real-world risk. Detailed guides: see our How-To section.

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