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Don't Scan Random QR Codes, You Can Get 'Quished'! CERT-In Issues Warning Against New Type Of Cyber Threat. Here's How It Works

To avoid falling victim to quishing, always check the URL associated with any QR code before interacting with it.

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a major advisory against a new type of cybersecurity threat - quishing. Quishing, or QR code phishing, is making waves in the digital world. Attackers are using QR codes to lure unsuspecting victims into visiting malicious websites or downloading harmful content, aiming to steal sensitive information like passwords, financial details, or personal data. In case you were unaware, quick response (QR) codes are two-dimensional
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