How Can End-Users Prevent Quishing Attack?
To protect ourselves from Quishing attacks we should follow some security measures. By taking these precautions we can proactively protect ourselves and minimize the risk of falling victim to a Quishing attack.
- Backup data regularly: Regular data backup is very important as it helps us minimize the risk of data loss or file corruption.
- Enable multi-factor authentication on account: Enabling multi-factor authentication on our account helps prevent fraud and improves overall security because multi-factor authentication adds an extra layer to the login process. Somehow even if hackers successfully trick us into scanning a malicious QR code they still need another form of verification to access the account.
- Avoid Scanning unknown QR codes: We should always avoid unknown QR codes because if we scan a malicious QR code it can redirect us to a malicious website that can either inject malware into our device or steal our personal information.
- Check the authenticity of the QR code website address: After scanning the QR code be sure to check the link of the QR code before clicking on it. Make sure it is an official website and not a fake one. Today antivirus programs have a WebAdvisor tool that helps us determine whether a website is safe to click on based on the URL and page content.
- Use effective security suites and antivirus software: To protect our device or computer from known and unknown threats effective and up-to-date security suites and antivirus software are essential. These tools protect against all forms of viruses and other potential threats.
- Keep operating systems and security software up to date: Keeping operating systems and security software up to date helps in protecting against recently discovered vulnerabilities. Through regular updates, we ensure that any newly discovered vulnerabilities are patched making it harder for attackers to exploit them.
What is Quishing ?
QR Codes are now become an important part of our daily lives. From scanning product information to visiting websites, OR codes are everywhere and provide us with a fast and efficient way to share and access data. But now day cybercriminals are using QR codes to conduct phishing attacks to steal personal user information such as login credentials or credit card numbers. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at “What Quishing is and how it is carried out by the cybercriminal”.