Cybercriminals have found a way to exploit Google Calendar to bypass its spam filters, leaving users vulnerable to phishing attacks.
A recent report from Check Point, a cyber threat intelligence company, found that more than 4,000 phishing emails were sent in just four weeks, targeting organizations such as banks, health care providers and health and universities.
These attackers use Google Calendar's legitimate invitation system to distribute malicious links, making the spam appear genuine. Victims risk exposing sensitive information such as passwords and financial details if they interact with these invitations.
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To protect yourself, we recommend following these 10 tips to avoid all types of scams, including ignoring unknown calendar invitations, especially those with suspicious links.
Always check email addresses and website URLs for subtle discrepancies, such as “@google.com” versus “@gooogle.com.” When in doubt, access websites directly through reliable search engines or by typing the URL manually.
Staying vigilant is essential as phishing scams become more sophisticated. Avoid responding to unsolicited invitations and stay cautious to protect your personal information from these evolving threats.
Also always use one of the best antivirus programs when downloading anything from the Internet. Be wary though, because you also need to watch out for these antivirus scams.
