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We're exposing a dangerous new phishing scam where cybercriminals are using fake Google security alerts to trick you into giving away your personal data. The severity of this scam is huge—with over 2.5 billion Gmail users worldwide, all of us are potential targets. Here’s a guide on what to DO and what you absolutely MUST NOT DO if you receive one of these fake alerts.

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