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« on: May 05, 2017, 04:05:23 pm »

UPDATED: There is a phishing attack on the Google network - Don't open any links to a shared doc

If someone has sent you a 'Shared Google Doc,' just don't open it.

Update: It appears that Google has revoked access to the OAuth client.

A phishing attack that spread like wildfire amongst Google users appears to be under control. According to a Reddit user in contact with a Google Engineer, the issue has been resolved.

Just the same, if you receive an email asking you to share a Google document right now, don't open it without first confirming that it is from a legitimate source, even if you think you recognize the email address. Call, text, or send a separate email to make sure it is from that person.

The exploit works by sending you an email with the header "[Name] has shared a document with you in Google Docs" with a link that reads  "Open in Docs." When you click on it, you will be redirected to Google's official permissions page, where you will be prompted to enter your password. If you do enter your password, you will give permission to the exploit to access your email co...

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