Gmail Security Alert: Google Advises 2.5 Billion Users to Take Immediate Action

In response to heightened cyber threats, Google has issued a security alert to its 2.5 billion Gmail users. The primary recommendation is to update passwords and enable two-factor authentication (2FA). The alert comes in the wake of a data breach and the increased activity of the hacking group ShinyHunters. Google’s advice includes creating robust passwords and enabling two-step verification. Google has also provided step-by-step instructions on how to change passwords on computers, Android phones, and iPhones/iPads. The company is urging users to be cautious of suspicious activity and to review their account security settings immediately.