Phishy Business: Google Automation Tool Hijacked in Global Scam
Researchers at Check Point Harmony Email Security have discovered a cunning phishing scam using Google Cloud Application Integration. Cybercriminals send emails from a legitimate Google domain, making them appear trustworthy. This scheme has targeted thousands globally, exploiting Google’s own systems. Remember, even trusted sources may not be what they seem—stay vigilant!
Hot Take:
Google’s been hacked! Well, sort of. Turns out, cyber villains have found a way to use Google’s own tools against us in a phishing scam. So, if you get an email from Google, it might be less “You’ve got mail!” and more “You’ve got trouble!”
Key Points:
- Cybercriminals are using Google’s systems to send phishing emails that appear legitimate.
- The scam exploits Google Cloud Application Integration to send emails from a real Google domain.
- The phishing process involves a three-step trap, including fake CAPTCHA and login pages.
- The campaign is global, with the highest number of targets in the United States.
- Google has blocked the campaigns, but vigilance is still necessary.
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