Microsoft Teams: Near-real-time detection of malicious QR codes in messages Beta
Data as of 1 hour ago (26 October 2026)
Status
In development
Release month
November 2026
−1 mo since tracked, moved 1×
Release ring
General Availability
Products
Microsoft Teams
Cloud instances
Worldwide
Platforms
AndroidDesktopMacWebiOS
Description
Microsoft Teams will introduce near-real-time detection of malicious QR codes shared in messages. By analyzing destinations embedded in QR codes, Teams can identify potential phishing and fraud threats and apply additional protections to malicious content, extending existing URL protection to QR-based attacks.
Change history
Added to the roadmap 14 October 2026. Tracked here since 15 October 2026. Earliest target we recorded: December 2026 (since tracked — Microsoft may have moved it before we started watching).
- 17 October 2026 Cloud instances DoD, GCC, GCC High, Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant) Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
- 16 October 2026 Cloud instances DoD, GCC, GCC High DoD, GCC, GCC High, Worldwide (Standard Multi-Tenant)
- 16 October 2026 Release month December 2026 November 2026 −1 mo