SaralnamaOn 8 August 2025, Google warned 2.5 billion Gmail users about a data breach caused by the hacker group ShinyHunters. The hackers accessed a corporate Salesforce system by pretending to be IT staff and stole basic business information like names and contact details. Although no passwords were leaked, this data can be used for phishing and extortion scams. Google advised users to reset their passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and be careful of suspicious emails or calls demanding money. The company is monitoring the situation and may update users if the hackers release more stolen data. To stay safe, users should change passwords regularly and avoid sharing personal details with unknown contacts. (Updated 29 Aug 2025, 23:08 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 8 August 2025 , Google warned 2.5 billion Gmail users about a data breach caused by the hacker group ShinyHunters
- The hackers accessed a corporate Salesforce system by pretending to be IT staff and stole basic business information like names and contact details
- Although no passwords were leaked, this data can be used for phishing and extortion scams