Massive Gmail Password Leak: How to Check If You're Affected
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A major data breach has exposed 183 million Gmail accounts and passwords, potentially compromising user security. Users are advised to change their passwords and enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts. The breach was part of a larger hack aggregated from multiple sources and was identified by Have I Been Pwned.
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