QR Code Scams Explained

QR codes are everywhere—from restaurant menus to parking meters—but scammers have started using them as a new phishing method known as QR phishing, or “quishing.”In this episode of CyberGuardians, we break down how attackers weaponize QR codes to redirect victims to malicious websites, steal login credentials, or trick people into entering payment information.You’ll learn how QR code scams work, real-world examples of how they appear in public places, and simple steps you can take to protect yourself before scanning.