Gmail users urged not to ignore FBI warnings as sophisticated AI-driven scams target users


To protect yourself from the scam, the FBI again reminds people to never give away login information and passwords over the phone. — Reuters

Gmail users are being asked to secure their accounts and remain vigilant as a series of highly sophisticated AI-driven scams appear to be targeting users of the popular email program. According to Forbes, the FBI has responded to the attacks and is reminding users not to take unsolicited calls from people claiming to represent customer support.

“Legitimate customer, security, or tech support companies will not initiate unsolicited contact with individuals,” reads a 2022 warning from the FBI.

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