Google has reportedly advised millions of its Android and iPhone users to quickly check "suspicious login" alerts, specifically checking the IP address indicated by the notification.
In just a few easy steps, Google suggests users examine their most recent account activity. Users can visit Gmail on their computer after logging in to check account activities. The user then has to click Details by moving the mouse to the bottom right.
For security updates regarding their whole Google Account, users can also view the Recent Security Events page. In this account section, users can view their sign-in history by selecting the Activity tab. This will provide a list of all the IP addresses that have made requests to their account.
Internet Protocol, or IP for short, is the set of guidelines that data traveling over the Internet must follow. Data transmission between two devices and device location tracking both require an IP address. Users should use two-factor authentication to further deter hackers from accessing user accounts.
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Google's New Security Features
Google's alert follows recent reports that the tech behemoth is developing a new Android feature that shields users from malware and phishing scams.
Mishaal Rahman, a specialist on Android, received information in February regarding an "Android Safe Browsing" page that appeared on certain Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones. The screenshots that were submitted claim that Safe Browsing warns users about security risks like clicking on a news app link that could take them to a well-known phishing website.
Users also noticed a "Use live threat protection" feature on the same page. It appears that turning this on will guarantee more precise threat detection.
Rahman clarified that Android Safe Browsing most likely functions by cross-referencing apps and websites with the SafetyNet Safe Browsing API's list of known dangers. Since Google Play Services offers the capability, it will be installed automatically with an Android upgrade.
Additionally, according to sources, consumers will be informed about the dubious link in the notice so they may choose whether or not to click on it. This functionality has already started to be rolled out by Google because the page shows up in some users' security and privacy settings.
AI Against Cyber Threats
New ways are being developed to help stop scams and breach incidents, most recently an AI system was created to help strengthen safeguards against cyber threats.
In February, Bufferzone and Intel unveiled the new software. The assertion is that Bufferzone's Safe Workspace platform now includes an AI anti-phishing detection solution in the form of a Chrome or Edge browser extension. According to the company, once installed, the system runs continuously, scanning the internet for possible dangers and scams. Users will receive a warning from the installed extension if a harmful website is found.
As the battle against cybercriminals rages on, other cybersecurity companies and vendors may take up similar measures, according to experts who have praised the ground-breaking alliance.
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