Is that QR code a trap? How to spot quishing scams before it's too late

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• The QR code in your email or attachment could be a scam.
• QR code phishing bypasses MFA, leading to data theft.
• How quishing attacks work, and what you can do to stay safe.
  

Ever had a QR code land in your inbox and curiosity get the better of you?

When we think of phishing and scams, many of the oldest tricks are those we still encounter daily -- emails claiming we have long-lost relatives who've left us an inheritance; 'Facebook' warning that our accounts will be frozen unless we reply promptly; fake lottery wins; and unwanted solicitations from so-called investors willing to transfer us millions of dollars.

Also: Mobile phishing is a bigger threat than email now

However, times are changing. Recruitment scamsare becoming sophisticated enough to convince job seekers to engage; AI is being used...

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