Warning for all Gmail users
Google has issued a warning to all Gmail users after details of a new scam emerged. UK victims lost £1.3bn in 2021 amid surge in online fraud, data shows, revealing the extent of the problem.
Those receiving the message are then urged to click a link to claim the prize. Of course, there is no gift and this is just a simple way for hackers to siphon personal data which can then be used to steal money and identities. “You receive an email claiming that you’ve won a Google Lottery and are asked for personal details. In some cases the scammers also impersonate customs or tax officials and will ask you to provide additional information or pay a fee to release the funds .
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