Beware of Google Calendar Phishing Scams

Google Calendar, used by over 500 million people worldwide, has become a prime target for cyber criminals. Recently, hackers have manipulated Google tools like Calendar and Google Drawings to send phishing emails that appear to come directly from legitimate sources. These emails often include links to malicious forms or fake pages designed to steal personal and corporate information. 🛑

In just four weeks, over 4,000 phishing emails were detected, affecting around 300 brands. The ultimate goal? To trick users into entering sensitive data, which cyber criminals then exploit for financial scams, fraud, and further breaches. ⚠️

For organizations:
✅ Invest in advanced email security solutions
✅ Monitor third-party Google Apps for suspicious activity
✅ Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA)

For individuals:
⚡ Be wary of unexpected calendar invites or strange CAPTCHA requests
⚡ Hover over links and verify URLs before clicking
⚡ Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to secure your accounts

Don’t let your calendar be the gateway to a cyber attack! Stay vigilant and secure your data today. 🔒

Read more about how to protect yourself from these threats here: https://blog.checkpoint.com/securing-user-and-access/google-calendar-notifications-bypassing-email-security-policies/