Google has refuted claims of a massive Gmail data breach, stating that millions of accounts remain secure. The company clarified that reports likely stem from a misunderstanding of "infostealer" databases, not a targeted attack. Google urged users to enable two-step verification and adopt passkeys for enhanced account safety.
Google has denied reports claiming that millions of Gmail accounts were compromised in a recent data breach. Clarifying that there has been no security breach, the tech giant reiterated that the users’ data remains safe. In an official post on X (formerly Twitter), Google said “Reports of a “Gmail security breach impacting millions of users” are false. Gmail’s defenses are strong, and users remain protected.”The company explained that the false claims likely came from a misunderstanding on “infostealer” databases – collections of stolen credentials from various sources across the internet, not a targeted attack on Gmail. “It’s not reflective of a new attack aimed at any one person, tool, or platform,” Google said in its statement.This is the second time in recent weeks that Google has had to issue a public denial about an alleged Gmail breach. In September, similar reports suggested a widespread Gmail warning, which the company also called “entirely false.”Google warned that such misleading claims could cause unnecessary panic but acknowledged that they do help raise awareness about account safety. The company urged users to enable two-step...
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