# QR codes are being weaponized in new quishing attacks, and most people don’t realize – here's how to stay safe

> QR phishing, also known as quishing, is a rising scam where attackers try to trick you into scanning fake QR codes Cybercriminals may target your personal data, login credentials, bank accounts, or try to infect your…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/computing/cybercrime/qr-codes-are-being-weaponized-in-new-quishing-attacks-and-most-people-dont-realize-heres-how-to-stay-safe?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=688e054e1722b3fcf6a6edfe)
- **Published:** 2025-08-02
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #smartphones #codes #quishing #safe #scam #attacks #being #fraud
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