Google’s Phishy Business: How Scammers Exploit Google Sites for Sneaky Attacks
Threat actors are exploiting Google Sites to send phishing emails that sneak past authentication checks. These cunning emails appear to be from Google’s no-reply address, redirecting victims to deceptive Google Sites pages that mimic official ones. It’s like being tricked by a doppelgänger with a perfect disguise!
Hot Take:
Well, well, well, looks like the cybercriminals are getting crafty and using Google Sites to phish for compliments—or rather, your personal data. Who knew that a legacy website builder could become the new hip hangout for cyber tricksters? Move over, Instagram; phishing’s got a new platform!
Key Points:
- Threat actors are exploiting Google Sites to send phishing emails that bypass security checks.
- Emails appear to come from legitimate Google addresses, tricking even the savviest of inboxes.
- Vulnerabilities in Google Sites allow attackers to leverage Google’s SSL certificates and reputation.
- Attackers use DKIM signatures to validate emails, making them seem authentic.
- Google initially dismissed the issue as “Working as Intended,” but will now address it.
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