Google: Reports of a ‘Major’ Gmail Security Issue Are False — What You Need to Know
Google: Reports of a 'Major' Gmail Security Issue Are False — What You Need to Know Google has publicly debunked recent reports claiming a "major" Gmail security issue affecting all users. In an update on its blog, Google said those reports are inaccurate and that its protections remain strong — blocking over 99.9% of phishing and malware attempts. The confusion appears to stem from a previously reported incident involving a Salesforce instance used by Google. That incident, first disclosed in June, involved limited data exposure and follow-up notifications to affected parties; it is not the same as a platform-wide Gmail breach affecting 2.5 billion users. Key links: Google’s statement: https://blog.google/products/workspace/gmail-security-protections/ Reporting and context: Engadget Further reading: Tom's Guide What you should do Enable passkeys and two-factor authentication (2FA) for your…