Gmail hack threat: Google has issued an important warning for its 2.5 billion Gmail users. This is a security warning. Basically, Google has issued a directive to replace all users’ passwords (Google Warning) due to repeated hacking attempt. The company has strongly recommended to activate two -step verification and other protective measures to protect the Gmail Hack Threat.
Shynihants High Profile Cyber Fear
According to Silive.com, the Shineyhants Hacking Group, inspired by the Pokémon Franchisee, has been active since 2021 and has been involved in the leakage of large information in companies like Microsoft, Ticketmaster and Santander. These hackers often deceive users to go to fake login pages or to reveal sensitive information like to step verification.
Possible data is at risk of leakage
Although most of the information in this incident was available to the public, Google warned that these techniques could become more subtle targets and serious cyber attacks. In a blog post in June, Google said, “We believe that the threats are preparing to intensify the strategy of looting their money by launching data leak sites using the Shineyhants brand.
Google has warned all users
Last August 7, Google has suggested to increase their account security by emailing all potential affected users. The to -step verification process basically makes confirmation a second time before giving access to a Gmail account. For example, the code is sent to a trusted device by Google. It confirms that hackers will not be able to login to this account without additional verification even if the password is received.
Google says the stolen information was largely limited to public business information. However, it has been emphasized that this hacking and information leakage should not be neglected even if it is slight. Cyber experts say that users can try to get sensitive information from customers through social engineering attacks using safe information.
Google reports that they are keeping an eye on the hacking group called Shynihants and all updates in the situation will be informed to customers. Users should already replace their password and turn on the Factor Authorization. Should be careful from suspicious call or email.