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cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

Gmail Users Beware: Scammers Exploit Verification Systems

Hackers are using Gmail's new blue checkmark sender verification system to scam users by tricking the system into thinking their fake brands are legitimate. Cybersecurity engineer Chris Plummer discovered the flaw and Google has acknowledged the error, listing it as a top priority fix. Until a fix is implemented, the verification system remains broken and is being used by hackers and spammers to trick users with the exact thing it was meant to combat.

via Forbes|

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cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

Beware of Dangerous Emails: Gmail and Outlook Users Warned

Security experts warn that cyber attacks are on the rise, with most targeting victims via their email accounts. A new messaging scam involves messages that claim to be from trusted firms such as Microsoft or Adobe, but contain malware that is downloaded onto a device as soon as the attachment is opened. Along with dangerous attachments, there has been a 40% rise in phishing and smishing attacks over the previous year. Refund and invoice scams have also had a sharp uptick in Q1 2023, rising 26% in the UK compared to Q4 2022. Users are advised to take extra caution with any email asking to download files or click on a link, even those that appear to be from reputable brands.

via The Mirror|

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computing2 years ago•3 min saved

Protect Your Inbox and Bank Accounts: Beware of Latest Email Scams

A new Gmail scam is circulating, with users receiving emails claiming they have won a prize from Google for making the 18.25 billionth search on its search engine. The email is not legitimate and users are asked to click on a link to claim their prize, which takes them to a web page asking them to enter personal details. To avoid email scams, users should be vigilant, avoid being phished, and be smart when it comes to passwords. Password manager tools are worth using to securely store all passwords.

via TechRadar|

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cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Google's Urgent Warnings for Gmail Users: Protect Yourself from Bank-Raid Attacks and Scams"

Google has listed seven pieces of information that it would never ask for in an email, including usernames and passwords, social security numbers, bank account numbers, PINs, credit card numbers, mother's maiden name, and birthday. If you receive an email asking for any of this information, it's likely a scam. If you've already handed over any of this information, you may already be a victim of a bank-raid attack and should check for fraudulent transactions and suspicious activity on your accounts.

via The US Sun|

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cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Protect Your Bank Account: How to Spot and Delete Dangerous Phrases in Your Inbox"

Security experts have warned that cybercriminals are using AI to create hard-to-spot email scams, making it difficult to differentiate between legitimate and bogus messages. The use of AI tools like ChatGPT and phishing kits has significantly contributed to the growth of phishing, reducing the technical barriers to entry for criminals and saving them time and resources. With an increase in convincing scams, users need to be more vigilant and thorough when checking their inbox to avoid falling for cybercriminals' tricks.

via The US Sun|

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