What Is Quishing? How Hackers Use QR Codes to Steal Your Data
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In this video titled ‘What Is Quishing? How Hackers Use QR Codes to Steal Your Data’, Distinguished Engineer Jeff Crume explores the concept of ‘quishing’, a phishing attack that utilizes malicious QR codes to steal sensitive information such as passwords and credit card details. The video emphasizes the prevalence of QR codes and addresses the safety concerns surrounding their use. Viewers are provided with practical tips for protecting themselves, including malware prevention strategies, the importance of trusted scanner apps, and the use of multi-factor authentication (MFA). This informative presentation is part of IBM Technology’s efforts to raise awareness about cybersecurity.