Quishing: the square that hides a link
Emails, documents, and parking stickers. Scanning does not make the page honest.
“Quishing: the square that hides a link” is a CyberPlay video course of about 7 minutes, included with Individual Plus. A guide explains the topic and the video stops for five questions.
Learn why scanning a QR code does not make a page trustworthy. You will be able to read the address the phone shows, spot sticker and email traps, avoid typing secrets or payments on an unexpected page, and know what to do if you already scanned.
Key facts
- Five checkpoint questions inside the video
- About 7 minutes
- Guides to choose from: 7
- Narrated in English and Romanian
- Included with Individual Plus (€25 a year, VAT included) and organisation plans
- Certificate of completion with Individual Plus or an organisation plan that includes certificates
- Up to 160 XP the first time you finish
What you will be able to do
- A square is a link you cannot read.
- Read the address, and what the page asks.
- A secret or a payment uses a path you already trust.
Frequently asked questions
Is “Quishing: the square that hides a link” free?
“Quishing: the square that hides a link” is included with Individual Plus, which costs €25 a year for one person (VAT included), and with every active organisation plan. With a free CyberPlay account you can take 3 courses: Modern email phishing, Who gets your screen? and ClickFix: “Prove you’re human”.
How long does “Quishing: the square that hides a link” take?
About 7 minutes, including the five questions. The exact length depends on the guide and the language you choose.
Do I get a certificate for “Quishing: the square that hides a link”?
Yes, with Individual Plus or an organisation plan that includes certificates. Finish the course and answer all five questions, then claim a certificate of completion that shows your first-attempt score.
Which languages is “Quishing: the square that hides a link” available in?
The video is narrated in English and Romanian by a guide you choose (available: 7). The buttons and menus around it are available in nine languages.