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FBI Warns Gmail Users: Activate 2FA Now!

3/16/2025

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The FBI is urging Gmail users to activate two-factor authentication to combat a looming ransomware threat. If your account is compromised, swift action is crucial—users have just seven days to recover it. Google recommends keeping a recovery phone number and email handy, with detailed recovery steps available online to help regain access.

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Story summary

The FBI is urging Gmail users to activate two-factor authentication to combat a looming ransomware threat. If your account is compromised, swift action is crucial—users have just seven days to recover it. Google recommends keeping a recovery phone number and email handy, with detailed recovery steps available online to help regain access.