You got phished! Well... not really. But if you scanned this QR code without thinking, that’s exactly how real phishing and QR - phishing (also called quishing ) work. Phishing is a cyberattack where criminals try to trick you into giving away personal information, like passwords or bank details. They pretend to be trustworthy and hope you click before you think. Quishing takes the same idea and hides it behind a QR code. Attackers place fake codes on posters, emails, or even stickers in public. You scan it, expecting a menu or a discount — and suddenly you’re on a fake website designed to steal your data. QR codes look harmless, which makes them perfect bait. So remember: always check the source before scanning... unless you enjoy surprise plot twists like this one.