Google confirms the risk and stops users from using their passwords

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New phishing scams are cheating pros – Google is now urging users to throw away their passwords and switch to PassKeys for better protection. Credit: Jartee, Shutterstock

Google has confirmed the serious Gmail phishing threat. Experts encourage users to throw away their passwords and switch to passkey for better online security.

Go here again – another day, another cybershocker. Google has confirmed a sleazy new phishing attack against Gmail. Ethereum Developer. caveat? Stop using your password.

in what Shape it to become one of the most troublesome phishing tactics we The tech giant seen this year issued an update after an attacker exploited a loophole in it My own Infrastructure. result? Amazing waves of headlines, virus warnings on social media, and another call for actions that will help users to abandon traditional logins.

The Sliding Scam Google’s net

The story exploded on X (formerly Twitter) and Crypto News Outlet, rear Ethereum Developer Nick Johnson revealed he was being fooled ‘Very sophisticated phishing attack. ‘

According to Johnson, the scam started with an official email – sent from a real Google address – His account was linked To the summons. that’s right It’s enough to get Anyone Heart race.

“This is a valid signed email,” Johnson explained. “It was sent from no-reply@google.com. It passed the DKIM signature check and Gmail displays it without warning. – Nick Johnson via X

In other words, it looked real because it was real – at least on the surface.

but This is A clever bit. The attacker found a way to send legal Google Mail to him and then forwarded the message completely to the target. Endgame? A compelling phishing page that reflects the real thing thing, design To trick users into handing over their credentials.

Google’s’I refuse to fix it‘ It means more attacks probably

Johnson I didn’t do it Restrain it in His criticism of Google claims that the company refused to patch the vulnerability. “Refusing to fix it,” He warned, “It was It may be that Please see more. ”

Google has since issued an update, but security experts say this The seeds The attack highlights the limitations of the safest systems when social engineering is involved.

this it’s not A space filled with spam-like types from a Nigerian prince, packed with emails that offer 2 billion euros to help him regain his throne. the Deception masterclass, combine Authentic Infrastructure through psychological manipulation.

What should I do?

The advice is dull: Stop using your password.

Google’s My own guidance I’m focused now Above PassKeys – A safer way to log in it’s not Rely on entering stolen information easily. if you Still, I logged in to Gmail using my password the Time to change that, fast.

Enabling 2-factor authentication (2FA)
Use PassKeys or Password Manager
Do not click on the link in unexpected security emails. Instead, go directly to your Google account.
Stay calm: Even a veteran technical expert can catch up.

Conclusion? For the top Ethereum Development can be fooled, Our rest Please don’t Unless you can go one step ahead, you’ll have a chance.

Have you got Gmail? time Be wise before your inbox falls into your downfall.