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Google Warns Users of Cunning Phishing Scam

2/6/2025

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Google has issued a stark warning about a cunning phishing attack aimed at account holders. Scammers impersonated tech support, making unsolicited calls to trick users into revealing sensitive information. The scheme was thwarted only when the fraudster slipped up. Stay alert—no trustworthy company will ever request personal details over the phone.

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Google has issued a stark warning about a cunning phishing attack aimed at account holders. Scammers impersonated tech support, making unsolicited calls to trick users into revealing sensitive information. The scheme was thwarted only when the fraudster slipped up. Stay alert—no trustworthy company will ever request personal details over the phone.