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QR Phishing

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Also known as: quishing, QR code phishing

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

QR phishing (quishing) uses QR codes that open phishing sites or initiate risky app flows — hard to inspect before scanning.

Real-World Example

A parking ticket QR that opens a fake payment portal harvesting card data.

References

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