Quishing is proving effective, too, with millions of people unknowingly opening malicious websites. In fact, 73% of Americans admit to scanning QR codes without checking if the source is legitimate.

QR (Quick Response) codes are everywhere these days. You'll spot them on restaurant menus, business cards, product packages, and even concert tickets. A big reason they've caught on is convenience.

BERLIN: Watch out for quishing, or phishing through dodgy QR codes, the latest scam catching people unawares – costing some thousands of dollars. The good news is, you can try and avoid the trap.