Security experts are raising alarms about a new wave of AI-driven phishing scams targeting Gmail users with increasingly sophisticated methods. These attacks range from fake notifications that appear to come from Google to AI-powered phone calls that mimic real Google support numbers.
Our tech expert, Omar Gallaga, has been following the story for CNET and he joined the show to discuss.
Highlights from this segment:
– The attacks can take the forms of phone calls saying your Gmail account has been hacked, as well as Gmail notifications or text messages. The AI-generated voices are much more sophisticated and convincing than phishing attacks in the past.
– Google is in the midst of partnering with other companies to create a database of phishing scams and fraud attempts.
– Users can protect themselves by never responding to urgent calls with personal information that Google would never call requesting for, such as credit card numbers, Social Security information or bank account details. Other experts suggest being cautious with any links sent through email, and just staying vigilant.
