Fraud is increasing in Gmail using AI technology, how to stay secure:
Fraud in Gmail using artificial intelligence (AI) technology is increasing day by day. Recently, a group of hackers is taking over the Gmail accounts of users by making spoofed phone calls on behalf of Google using AI technology. Cyber security experts already warned all Gmail users to stay secure from these types of cyber attacks.
Cybersecurity experts explain, in order to trick Gmail users, hackers first contact some people through automated (robocall) calls. The caller states that suspicious activity has been detected in your Gmail account. Then it warns that shortly an e-mail will be sent to resolve the problem and instructions will be given to regain the account. But upon clicking the link in the e-mail, a second web page that looks exactly like Google's official site is displayed. The moment you enter the Gmail account password there, the hackers take full control of the account.
Cyber security firm Malwarebytes announced that hackers are using the newest AI technology at little expense. Hackers are easily getting recovery codes in addition to passwords of Gmail accounts by tricking users using AI technology. Bank accounts, social media, cloud storage, and other important service accounts linked to Gmail accounts also come under the control of hackers in such cyber attacks.
Cyber security experts have advised Gmail users to be careful to stay safe online. They should not click on any links in e-mails or SMS messages from unknown individuals or organizations and should not download any files, they advised. Additionally, before providing personal information to any website, it should be ascertained that it is apt. If you receive a call from scammers, you should also not press any button on your smartphone as instructed.
Cyber attack through Gmail's fake unsubscribe button, advice to be cautious:
Many people register using their email addresses in order to obtain services of various organizations due to personal or organizational reasons. As a result, promotional emails for other companies' products and services remain in the inbox, and it becomes difficult to find required emails when needed. To solve such a problem, the Gmail app has an 'unsubscribe' option for immediately unregistering unwanted emails. But now, hackers are using that option to carry out a new type of cyber attack.
Cybersecurity professionals inform us that malware is being hidden behind the unsubscribe button of Gmail. Therefore, when the button is clicked by the users, a fake website is opened. And upon clicking on any option on the website, a virus or malware is automatically downloaded onto the smartphone or computer without the knowledge of the users. The virus or malware infects the device and steals the personal information of the users, and hackers can even control the device remotely.
In promotional mails in Gmail, the unsubscribe button next to the sender's name is usually clicked to reveal a new page or pop-up window. Thus, to fool users, hackers send fake emails in the form of this pop-up window. As a result, unaware, clicking on the unsubscribe button opens a malicious website. Then, viruses and malware, unbeknownst to the users, enter their computers and phones and start stealing information.
Cybersecurity experts have recommended that in order to stay safe from such scams, one should never click on the unsubscribe button in emails from unknown senders. Not only that, if the subject of the mail from an unknown person or organization says 'very urgent' or a warning, it is better not to open it. Other than that, if it is also seen that the unsubscribe button is not at the beginning of the email along with the sender's name or at the very bottom, then it is more likely to be fake.
FAQs:
1. What is Gmail's fake unsubscribe button?
It's a phishing or fraudulent link that looks like a real email, but if you click it, it can steal your personal information or control your account.
2. How does this type of scam work?
The scammers use AI technology to create realistic emails and unsubscribe buttons that entice you to click. Clicking can install malware or steal information.
3. How to recognize a fake unsubscribe button?
- Check the sender's email address carefully
- Look for spelling and grammatical errors
- Links to suspicious or unfamiliar domains
- Excessive pressure messages (such as "Click quickly")
4. What should I do if I accidentally click a fake unsubscribe button?
- Disconnect from the internet immediately
- Change your Gmail password
- Enable two-factor authentication on your Google account
- Run an antivirus scan
5. How is AI technology increasing this fraud?
AI can now create email content, design, and language in a way that makes it difficult to distinguish between real and fake.
6. What can you do to stay safe?
- Don't click on links or buttons from unfamiliar emails
- Verify from official sources
- Use email filters and spam protection