New Delhi, October 14: Gmail users are reportedly at risk of a new AI-powered cyberattack that targets their accounts with fake recovery requests. As per reports, the latest scam uses artificial intelligence (AI) to mimic real Google account recovery processes, tricking users to share their credentials. Millions of Gmail users could be at risk, as cybercriminals continue to develop their tactics. The AI used in these attacks might make it harder to detect fraud.

As per a report of India Today, Gmail users are prone to AI spoofing attacks. Scammers have been using AI to send fake recovery requests that look like legitimate emails from Google. The main goal is to trick Gmail users into giving up their account details. Once scammers gain access to an account, they might steal personal information, including emails, contacts, and more sensitive data. CERT-In Android Vulnerabilities: Indian Computer Emergency Team Issues ‘High Risk’ Warnings to Android Users; Check More Details.

How the Scam Can Target Gmail Users

According to reports, IT consultant and blogger Sam Mitrovic shared his experience about the scam. This type of scam often starts with an unexpected notification that pops up on your phone or arrives in your email. The message may come from a different country. In these scams, the scammers may ask you to approve a Gmail account recovery request that you might not have actually initiated. It can be confusing and alarming. It is important to be cautious and verify any unexpected requests to protect your personal information.

If you choose to decline the recovery request, the scammers may then call you using a number that may look like it belongs to Google. The caller ID might even show a number that seems to be from a Google office, which can make the scam feel more convincing. During the call, the scammers might ask if you have logged into your account from a different country.

How Gmail Users Can Protect From Scams

It is important to regularly check the security settings of your Gmail account and look for any unusual activity, like unfamiliar logins. You can do this by going to your account settings and clicking on the "Security" tab. If you get a recovery notification that you were not expecting, do not approve it. Dating App Scam in Bengaluru: 40-Year-Old Divorced Man Duped of INR 21 Lakh in Forex Trading Scam After Meeting Woman on ‘Ur My Type’ App, Probe Launched.

Google usually does not call its users directly unless they are using Google Business services. If you receive a suspicious call, it is best to hang up and verify the phone number before responding. Always be cautious with emails that seem to come from Google. It might be fake, so look for small details, like the "To" field or the domain name, which will help to identify any spoofed emails.

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