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- Google says reports of a mass Gmail security warning are false.
- Some outlets reporting on phishing data last week framed it as a mass Gmail security alert.
- The company insists Gmail protections remain strong, but advises using passkeys and learning to spot phishing emails.
Online threats are scary enough without false or overhyped alarms adding to the confusion. Last week, several outlets claimed that Gmail had issued a major warning to all 2.5 billion users. Google has now stepped in to say those claims were flat-out wrong.
In a new blog post, the company says it never issued a broad Gmail security alert and that its protections remain “strong and effective.” Google adds that while phishing attempts are a constant threat, Gmail continues to block over 99.9% of phishing and malware before they reach inboxes.