A new Gmail warning has been issued after cyber security experts uncovered a 'large-scale' threat that is using the Google platform to try and steal personal data from users.
A concerning new Gmail warning has been issued that you won't want to disregard. Cyber security specialists from Check Point have discovered a "large-scale" threat exploiting Gmail's popular platform to attempt to pilfer personal data from users.
The message includes instructions on how to remove the content, directing users to download a file, reports the Mirror. "The attackers masquerade as various legitimate companies, alleging that victims have committed copyright infringements on their personal Facebook pages. Using falsified Gmail accounts sending emails from these well-known companies, the email addresses and language are customised per each target to inform the victim of their supposed copywriting violation."
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