A new report shows QR code phishing is on the rise
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The Q3 2024 Phishing Report from KnowBe4 shows a rise in phishing campaigns using QR codes, particularly in emails impersonating-document services such as DocuSign and Zoom invitations.
The report indicates that HR and IT-related phishing emails are crucial threats, making up 48.6% of the most-clicked phishing types globally, highlighting their necessary scrutiny.
Malicious links remain a favored attack vector, often appearing in the form of PDF attachments or spoofed domains, leading to severe cyberattacks like ransomware.
Threat actors increasingly replicate familiar correspondence in their phishing attempts, emphasizing the need for vigilance as these scams often mimic legitimate business communication.
Read at Securitymagazine
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