A serious security breach has occurred in Google’s popular services, Gmail and Cloud. A hacker group called ShinyHunters infiltrated Google’s Salesforce-based systems and obtained user and company data. Google officially confirmed the incident.

Google Gmail and Cloud hacked

While Google stated in a statement that no user passwords were compromised, it warned users that data other than passwords could be used for malicious purposes. It emphasized the need for caution for Gmail and Google Cloud users.

Following this breach, opportunists quickly took action. Some users reported that individuals posing as Google employees attempted to deceive them by claiming there was a security issue with their account.

To protect your account, it’s essential to use Google’s recommended security measures. First, you can check your account security and identify potential vulnerabilities with the Google Security Checkup tool.

For users seeking stronger protection, there’s the Advanced Protection Program. This program prevents the download of malicious files and restricts non-Google applications from accessing your Gmail data.

This situation once again demonstrates how vulnerable even major technology companies can be to cyberattacks. The exposure of user data to hacker groups raises serious concerns about the security of personal information.

While Google maintains that no passwords were stolen, it is known that other leaked data could be used in phishing attacks. Therefore, experts emphasize the importance of being more cautious with emails and messages and, in cases of suspicion, immediately verifying information through Google’s official channels.