How to Spot and Avoid the "Google Subpoena" Phishing Scam

How to Spot and Avoid the "Google Subpoena" Phishing Scam

How to Identify and Protect Yourself from the "Google Subpoena" Phishing Scam Are you worried about phishing emails that appear to come from " no-reply@google.com "? You're not alone. Many users are falling victim to a sophisticated scam where attackers impersonate Google to trick recipients into handing over their account credentials. These fake emails, often disguised as urgent legal notices or subpoenas, leverage Google’s own tools like Google Sites to bypass security checks. This alarming trend highlights the importance of understanding how these scams work and taking proactive steps to protect your data. Photo: Getty Images The "Google subpoena" phishing scam is particularly dangerous because it exploits legitimate systems like DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) authentication. Scammers cleverly use Google’s infrastructure to create phishing websites and emails that look authentic. For instance, they name their fake apps with the full text of the emai…