Security Alert: Google Subpoena Scam Targets Users’ Personal Information
Scammers are impersonating Google representatives in a sophisticated phishing scheme known as the Google subpoena scam. The fraudulent emails, appearing to originate from [email protected], threaten users with legal action to create urgency. Subjects like "Security Alert" or "Notice of Subpoena" pressure recipients into clicking malicious links under the guise of reviewing case materials.
The scam falsely claims Google has received a subpoena demanding access to sensitive account data—emails, documents, and search history. This tactic exploits legal terminology to bypass skepticism. Cybersecurity experts warn against engaging with such communications, emphasizing that legitimate subpoenas are never delivered via unsolicited emails.