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AI Imaging and Recognition Technology are Crucial to detect Quishing

With advanced technology, AI and image recognition can be a pivotal defense mechanism in detecting
quishing attacks. AI-based detection can analyze a range of signals, from image size and placement,
content analysis, or sender behavior to determine whether there is malicious intent behind the QR codes.
This technology looks through data and specific patterns to help identify potential threats, providing a
shield against these attacks.

It is also important to educate users on specific QR code attacks given the prevalence of advanced
technology. Cybersecurity professionals are encouraged to educate individuals through security
awareness training on how to quickly thwart and identify these attacks and their impact on organizations.

The ever-evolving technological landscape has not only allowed tech to get smarter, but has allowed
hackers to level up their attacks. The complex and multifaceted nature of QR code attacks calls for a
proactive response, and cybersecurity leaders and individuals must be wary of how easy it is to fall prey
to these attacks. Implementing cybersecurity safety training programs and enabling AI with image
recognition technology can be pivotal in avoiding compromised devices, malware downloads, and
ultimately providing safety to individuals’ personal data.

About the Author

Olesia Klevchuk is the current Director of Email Protection at Barracuda
where she oversees the product marketing team and is skilled in the realm
of cybersecurity, SaaS, enterprise software, and go-to-market strategies.
Prior to her time at Barracuda, Olesia was the Senior Product Marketing
Manager for MarkMonitor and Intermedia – where she continued prospering
her career in strategic messaging and positioning. Olesia received her B.A
in History and Sociology at the University of Reading and received two
M.Sc’s; one in Political Science at the University of Bristol and another in
Research and Statistical Analysis at the University of Glasgow.

Olesia Klevchuk can be reached online at Olesia Klevchuk and at our company website
https://www.barracuda.com.

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