Beware "Quishing": QR Codes Now Stealing Your Data & Money

• QR codes, designed for convenience, are now being used in "quishing attacks" to steal personal and financial information.
• Fraudsters replace legitimate QR codes with malicious ones, redirecting users to fake websites that harvest data or install malware.
• The scam is simple to execute and difficult to spot, as tampered codes often appear official, targeting all age groups.
• IBM advises checking for physical signs of tampering like uneven or bubbled stickers before scanning.
• Never scan unsolicited QR codes or enter sensitive banking details (PIN, full card number) on pages accessed via QR links.

Why It Matters: Scan QR codes cautiously; verify sources and look for tampering to protect your data.